The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Element n° 1-2 : chips to three leaves of the hedge. Element 2-3, chip to one leaf of the hedge. Element 3-4, chips to three leaves of the hedge. Element 4-5, chips to seven leaves of the hedge. Element 6-7, chips to four leaves of the hedge. Element 7-8, chips to two leaves of the hedge. Element 8-9 chips to two leaves of the hedge. Element 9-10, a small branch is broken and missing. Element 10-11 : good overall condition. Element 11-12, chips to seven leaves of the hedge. Element 13-14 chips to four leaves of the hedge. Element 14-2 : chips to two leaves of the hedge. Obelisk n°1, a chip on one edge half height. Obelisk n°2 : a chip to the top. Obelisk n°3, good overall condition. Obelisk n°4 ; a very small chip at the top. Boxwood: a small chip on a leaf of two elements.  The vase : made of Frankenthal porcelain, in good overall condition. The central group: small chips to the leaves of the tree. the vase in Sèvres taste is in good overall 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. 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."