A Meissen pâte-sur-pâte two-handled vase circa 1880-1900

of goblet form, finely decorated in white slip with a centauride holding a cornucopia on her right hand tackled by a satyr within a gilt-edged oval panel on a deep cobalt blue-ground further embellished with an elaborate pattern of scrollwork, diaperwork and floral meanders, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, incised F 158

The vase has restoration to one handle and stem; the restoration is superbly done and is not discernible to the naked eye; the damage also doesn't show under the black light. The body is soft to the touch of the pin and appears to be oversprayed overall. There is a very fine and short scratch to the dark blue ground on the front of the vase.
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.

A vase of this form similarly decorated with a mythological scene against a pink background was sold at Sotheby's Olympia, April 2, 2003, lot 119.