All in good condition, except: Ormolu-mounted bowls: Please note that the bowls have not been examined beneath the mounts; the visible porcelain is in good condition except from some speckling-like black dots in the interior of one bowl, which is possibly firing-related. Sauce tureens, covers and fixed stands: finials of both covers have been broken off. Ecuelles, stands and covers: one stand has an approximate 1/5-inch slice chip to the underside of the rim. Dinner plates: Four plates, each with a 1/2-inch flat chip to the rim edge. Three plates, each with a 1/2-inch footrim chip. One plate with some minor chipping along the footrim. One with a small rim chip. Soup plates: Three, each with a very fine starcrack to the center.One with an approximate 1/2-inch flat rim chip.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.