with raised central boss and sloping, everted rim, moulded and decorated in lustre, the boss painted with a solid lustre border enclosing a foliate design, the cavetto with palmettes interspersed with leafy tufts and grided rhombus, the border with moulded leaves highlighted in blue, scattered grapess and stylised chain pattern motifs, the back with concentric lines and stylised leaves

In good condition, lustre strong and bright, intact, the external rim with some abrasion and one small chip, internal rim also with some abrasion, drill hole for hanging, set in old metallic mounts for hanging, the reverse scratched, hairline crack on rim, as viewed.
"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."

This dish belongs to a group ascribed by Ray to Manises, 1525-60 (see Ray 2000, pp.120-121, nos. 238-243).