A SET OF TEN FAMILLE-ROSE DISHES QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE

A SET OF TEN FAMILLE-ROSE DISHES
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

each modelled with a lotus-shaped rim, enamelled and gilt with a mandarin family encircled by a band of eight panels enclosing flowers and birds
(10)
Diameter of the largest 22.5 cm, 8⅞ in.

Condition Report:
Each dish has small chips to the rim, general wear to the surface and losses to the enamels and gilding.There is a four-prong crack (ca. 11.3 cm) to the base of one dish; and a hairline (ca. 3.2 cm long) extending from a small chip to the rim of another dish.

"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."