A PAIR OF BRONZE-MOUNTED CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL CONJOINED VASES THE CLOISONNÉ: QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY THE BARBEDIENNE-STYLE MOUNTS, LATE 19TH CENTURY

each double-vase cleverly constructed as two ovoid vases rising from a spreading foot to a tapering columnar neck, decorated with floral medallions reserved on a T-diaper ground between lappet bands, the neck with scrolling lotuses between ruyi heads, the foot skirted with a lozenge border, mounted as a candelabra

These conjoined vases are generally in good condition but there is an area (2.3cm by 1.5cm) of restoration to the base of the white vase to one. There is some small areas of enamel loss to the join of the vases to one and there is burst air bubbles to the enamels of both.
"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."