Paire de faisans en porcelaine de Samson dans le style des porcelaines de Chine, de la seconde moitié du XIXe siècle

à décor polychrome dans le style famille rose ; (quelques usures)

The one visible on the right of the printed catalogue: There are overall wears and losses to the enamels, especially on the coral color parts. The head had been probably restored and glued back on the neck. There are losses on the beak, which had been restored. The one visible on the left of the printed catalogue: There are overall wears and losses to the enamels, especially on the coral color parts. The head had been probably restored on the upper part. There is a loss to the end of the beak which had been restored. There is a ca. 17 mm crack situated on the back of the neck.
"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."