A fine and rare pair of late 18th century Canton enamel lanterns

Mallet, London

Overall good restored condition; later chains; now fitted for electricity; please note each lantern is fitted with a wire which extends from the shade into the body of the lantern, and has been removed from the catalogue illustration; The first lantern with small chips and flaking to the enamel of the shade especially around the base of the knop and to the lappets; one large glass panel lacking; areas of inpainting to the lattice and to the bandings; the molded base with cracquelure and inpainting with minor chips. The second lantern with similar condition issues to the shade; rubbing and wear to the enamel of the lattice; some minor chips, cracquelure and inpainting to the molded base; one small circular glass panel loose but present.
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.