A pair of Russian porcelain gold-ground vases Gardner Manufactory, Verbilki, circa 1830

each reserved on the front with a still life arrangement of colorful flowers or fruit and tooled on the reverse with classical architectural motifs, G mark in underglaze-blue.

There is some occasional and minor rubbing to the gilding on the square base of each vase as well as some occasional scratching to the gilding on the back. The vase on the right in the catalogue illustration has its right handle broken off and well restored back. There is also restoration to the upper part of the lower body of the vase, above the stem, possibly covering a small chip. The other vase has restoration to the palmette on the lower terminal of the right handle as well as to the lower body of the vase above the stem; the exact nature of the damage is not apparent. Otherwise in good 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.
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.