The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
There are three main patches of discoloured overpainting to the rim, concealing chipping or broken sections (the largest of which is around 20 cm. to the underside), the appearance of which could be greatly improved with professional restoration. There are two infilled holes beneath the blue-dash rim at 12 o'clock (presumably made to hang the plate. The front of the plate has some dirt-filled cracking to the glaze, some wear and small patches of glaze loss overall. Fritting and glaze loss to rim and footrim consistent with age and type of material.
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