A pair of Meissen 'Schneeballen' bottle vases and covers late 19th century

the flower-encrusted body applied on either side with a gilt leafy branch, upon which perches a small yellow canary, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue.

Both the vases and the covers have some very minor and occasional restored chips or small losses to the edges of the flowers and gilt leaves. One vase has restoration to the interior rim edge, which may be covering a chip; the restoration is very well done. Both vases have restoration to the tails of all the birds; one vase also has restoration to the heads of both birds. One vase has restoration to the upper portion of the gilt branch issuing from the base on one side, above the bird. The covers, each with some restoration to the tail of the bird. All restorations are professionally and well done.
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.