each with shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot to an everted rim, brightly enamelled to the interior with budding and flowering mallow and peony stems, the one dish with a small butterfly in flight, the base with an underglaze-blue six-character mark

An old Shanghai collection, 1930s.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 8th October 2010, lot 2710.

The pair is in overall good condition with typical flakes and loss to the enamels, as well as tiny grinding nicks to the unglazed footrims. There are also original firing imperfections such as minute kiln specks.
"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.
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