Paire de grues en bronze doré et émaux cloisonnés Chine

chacune perchée sur un piédestal hexagonal se terminant en forme de dôme, la tête au bout d'un long cou gracile, coiffée d'une crête rouge de fer, et d'un long bec doré tenant un bougeoir en forme de champignon, le corps avec les ailes amovibles et de longues plumes brillantes sur fond turquoise, base en bois

Good condition overall. The end section of the stem of the lingzhi held by one of the bird in its beack is missing. Some expected pitting to the blue enamel ground. One bird with tiny loss filled with fax at the intersection of one of its gilded legg. The two wooden stands with some water damage, bases ill fitting. Please use the zoom feature on our website at www.sothebys.com/ browse catalogue to closely inspect the surface texture of the item.
"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."