A surtout table composed of a gilt-bronze tray and a concert of eighteen musician monkeys, late 19th century

composed of fourteen Meissen porcelain statuettes and four Meissen style porcelain statuettes, with a gold and polychrome ornamentation; the serpentine tray with a gallery, two stairs and a mirror panel; (accidents and losses; the mirror panel later)

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Please note that there are 18 monkeys and not 19 as stated in the written catalogue. The conductor: there are restorations and breaks to both arms, hands, to the coat and one foot. The trumpeter is in good condition. The gambist : the bow is broken and missing. the left foot is missing, there are chips to the hat. The violinist: the right hand is broken and missing, there are chips and losses to the bow and the violin. The harpsicord player: there is a chip to the left hand of the monkey supporting the instrument. The left leg of the sitting monkey is broken and restored, there is a chip to he tail. The harpist is in good overall condition. The guitarist: the left hand is missing, as wella s the guitar neck. There are chips to the feathers of the hat. The drummer : the stick is broken and missing, half of the flute is missing, there are chips to the hat and the end of the ponytail is broken and missing. The horn player: half of the horn is broken and missing, there are two chips to the coat. The flutist with yellow trousers: A third of his flute is broken and missing, there are chips to the coat. The flutist with red trousers: two third of his flute are missing, acciednts, both hands are broken and restored. There are chips to the sleeve. The bassoon player: the bassoon is missing, a feather on his hat is broken and missing. The singer: half of the score is broken and missing. The left toes are broken and missing. There are restorations to the left arm. The player with a blue coat: the right arm is missing, there are chips to the left hand, the instrument is missing. The four monkeys in Meissen style : there is a missing part of the score and the left hand of the singer, the end of the violin is missing, and one monkey has lost his instrument.
"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."