A city coupé Vienna, late 19th century

painted dark blue and trimmed in red, either side with a royal crown, the tyres of rubber inscribed Mannheimer Reform-Reifen, one door and the front and back windows retaining bevelled glass, the interior upholstered and covered in dark blue fabric, mounts of ivory, at the front a stand for pocket watch and writing implements, for two horses, with fragmentary shaft, the patent axes marked A. WEISER, WIEN

Overall condition is fair, soiled and dirty. Retaining only two of four cushions, all torn. Losses and blistering to the painted surface throughout, iron mounts oxidised, missing lanterns, can be resotred.
"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."