the interior centred with a medallion enclosing a carp and a mandarin fish swimming amongst clumps of lotus and water weeds, the exterior similarly rendered with four fish alternating with lotus leaves, pods and blooms, all reserved against a rich cobalt-blue ground, the base left white and inscribed with a six-character reign mark within a double circle

There are several retouched hairlines to the mouthrim, including two of approx. 4 and 2 cm at about 6 and 1 o’clock. There are restored chips covering an area of approx. 4.1 cm at 8 o’clock, in addition to several other refilled rim flakes of approx. 0.4 to 1 cm. A small area of approx. 3 cm to the interior cavetto appears to have even retouched. The dish also has some typica firing imperfections, including a polished iron spot to the interior, original spots and burst bubbles to the exterior, in addition to typical surface wear.
"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."