TWO 'DEHUA' 'BUDDHIST LION' JOSS STICK HOLDERS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

modeled similarly, each animated figure with one paw raised on a brocade-patterned ball, raised on squared bases (2)

Eymery & Cie., Paris (according to label). 

Both lions with firing cracks, as well as small chips and frits to the extremities, most significantly to the tails. There are scattered firing imperfections to both. The lion of the left of the catalogue illustration with a 1 cm wide chip to the left ear, and losses to 2 sections of the tail.
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.

For similar examples compare two in the Hickley Collection, illustrated in Rose Kerr and John Ayers, Blanc de Chine: Porcelain from Dehua, Chicago, 2002, pls 90 and 91.