A PAIR OF PARIS PORCELAIN GOLD-GROUND VASES CIRCA 1810

each applied on either side with a white biscuit flower garland trailing through the black-enamelled biscuit griffin handles set on either side of the shoulder, raised on a circular foot and square base. Minor chips and restoration.

Both vases have some minor occasional rubbing to the gilding on the upper rim edges around the foot of one and to the neoclassical bands. One vase has an approximate 2 1/2 inch area of restoration and re-gilt chips to the lower edge of the body where it is bolted to the stem. There are some minor chips and losses to the applied flower garlands. The vase with the restored chips also has a scratch and a small area of scratching to the body on one side that have been touched-up with gilding.
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.