TWO GILT-BRONZE LIONS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

each cast seated on its haunches, its head covered with a tightly curled mane, mouth agape, below fierce expressive eyes and curled eyebrows, a collar encircling its chest tied at the back with knotted ribbons and suspending a bell from a lion-mask form-ornament, the slightly larger male with right paw resting on a brocade ball, the female with left paw suppressing a lively cub (2)

There is general wear and scattered minor casting flaws to both lions. One has small patches and touch-ups. Otherwise, they are both in overall good condition.
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.