TWO MASSIVE GINORI MAIOLICA VASES LATE 19TH CENTURY

crowned Ginori and pattern number 161 in blue.

Portrait vase - good condition with just very minor chips to the lower edge of the foot. Vase with roman scene - there is an old, poorly restored 1 inch chip to the upper edge of one wing on the handle. This is just visible as a dark area in the catalogue photo on the left wing of the left vase. There is a small 1/4 inch restored chip nearby to this on one acanthus leaf edge. There are some minor chips to the bottom edge of the foot, and a crack running up from the foot 6 inches into the waisted part of the base section. There is a half inch chip to the top of the base where the body rests on it.
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.