A PAIR OF CHINESE FAMILLE-ROSE RECTANGULAR 'BIRD AND FLOWER' JARDINIERES AND STANDS, 20TH CENTURY |

each jardinière of rectangular section supported on four bracket feet, the sides waisted, the long sides naturalistically painted with birds perched on branches of blossoming prunus, the short sides with bees buzzing above purple morning glories and blooming pink magnolia, black patterned bands at the rim, the base with two circular apertures, the conforming stands set over four bracket feet and painted with black enamel scrollwork at the rim and sides

One jardiniere in overall good condition, the other with a chip to the underside of the mouth rim measuring approx. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm). The inside of both stands with degraded glaze and the underside with heavy abrasion marks in the center and with traces of red pigment possibly reading 'Hong Kong' on one. All pieces with light traces of limescale.
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.