A RARE PAIR OF CLOISONNE ENAMEL MAGPIES QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

each standing with red, white and blue wings neatly tucked into the yellow body, the raised head with gilt beak and large round eyes looking straight ahead, one bird with white and black erect tail feathers, the other with blue and black

Sotheby's London, 18th June 1968, lot 136.

There is restoration around the right eye and repairs to the left foot of one bird and restoration to the tip of the right wings and to the left leg and foot and losses to the central claw to the other bird.
"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."