peint au centre de deux cailles sous un branchage de prunus, de pivoines et de chrysanthèmes, le marli à décor d'une frise de fer-de-lance jaune, l'aile à décor en bianco-sopra-bianco de bambous, prunus et rameaux fleuris

There is ca. 5 cm hairline at approx. 7 o'clock extending from the rim into the everted rim and well. There are two ca. 0.5cm wide shallow chips to the rim underneath the glaze. There is very light wear to the enamels, and wear to the glaze to the centre of the dish. There are scattered pin-point imperfections to the glaze on the base.
"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."