A group of English porcelain items second quarter 19th century

comprising: a Derby small puce-ground vase painted with butterflies, a Derby saucer painted with flowers, a miniature bucket, a miniature jug painted with shells, a ringstand, a faux-malachite box and cover and a similarly-decorated taperstick. 8 pieces.

Derby vasde: restored rim chip and some wear to gilding. Derby sacer: generally good condition. Bucket: handle restored: small chip to foot; some wear to gilding. Jug: chip to spout. Ring stand: chip to upper edge of the pedestal base. Circular box and taperstick: generally good condtion.
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.