A GARNITURE OF THREE MEISSEN FLOWER-ENCRUSTED VASES AND COVERS LATE 19TH CENTURY

each vase applied with putti and painted on the front and the reverse with floral sprays, each cover pierced, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue and various impressed and incised numerals.

Large cover: half inch restored chip to rim, typical minor losses to flowers of knop. Smaller covers: both have been extensively broken and restored--the restoration is poor and needs to be redone. Extensive chips and losses to flowers. Vases Large vase: both foliate handles have chips to foliage tips. Typical small losses to applied flowers 1/4 in. diameter re-stuck chip to edge of foot. Small vases: one cherub on each vase has a restored arm, typical small chips and losses to applied flowers overall.
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.