A Meissen blue-ground ovoid-shaped vase circa 1850

with entwined snaked handles, crossed swords in underglaze blue. Restored. Now fitted with a brass cup.

Handles extensively restored; stem restored. Minor chips to the paint where the brass cup meets the snake heads. There is extensive wear to the gilding especially to the base rim and snake handles. The brass cup with a loose plug at its base. Minor rubbing to the gilding generally. Lacking cover. This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.

A pair of vases of the same design is preserved in the dining room of Castletown House, Co. Kildare, Ireland.