A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'BOYS' DISHES QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

each with shallow rounded sides resting on a straight foot, the exterior enameled with a scene of boys in a verdant balustraded terrace engaged in various games, the center with a medallion enclosing a similar scene of a group of boys at play, with scrolling clouds above, the details all outlined in washes of cobalt and picked out in delicate shades of blue, green, yellow, and iron red, the recessed base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark (2)

One dish has a vertical hairline approx. 1.6cm long. Frits and burst glaze bubbles to the rim. Slightly warped and small nicks to footring. Discoloration to the base clear slip. Another dish with frits to mouthrim, discoloration to the base clear slip, otherwise in overall good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.