en forme de fleur de lotus, à deux rangées de pétales, au centre un médaillon cerné d'une double frise de têtes de ruyi encerclant un caratère tibétain lantsa, au dessous, la première rangée de pétales décorée de caractères lantsa alternés de semis de fleurs, marque à six caractères en bleu sous couverte dans un double cercle à la base 

The lower right hand part of the dish has been broken into several pieces across 4 petals on the outer ring. The upper left hand side of the dish has been broken into several pieces across 6 petals with associated hairlines going into the centre of the dish. There is fritting to the rim and tips of the petals of the rim but also minor losses to the tips of the petals on the lower part of the exterior.
"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."