TWO SILVER-INLAID BRONZE BOTTLE VASES LATE MING DYNASTY |

each of pear-shaped form set on a low foot and rising to cylindrical neck and lipped rim, the body with a chocolate-brown patina and inlaid with silver wire in a scrolling lotus design around the body and an interlocking dragon motif beneath a keyfret band around the neck, gilt bands at the foot, shoulder, and mouth, one inscribed at the base with Hu Wenming zuo (2)

There are dents, cracks and losses to each footring suggesting that the base may have been replaced or altered. Otherwise, each vase only has minor expected wear including scattered small losses to the surface and gilt.
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.