A PAIR OF CHINESE REVERSE GLASS PAINTINGS OF ELEGANT LADIES, LATE QING DYNASTY |

one depicting a lady in three-quarter view, delicately holding a red and gilt sash in one hand, wearing a blue gown with black trim, the hair swept into an elaborate top knot secured with a floral diadem and gilt hair pin; the other shown seated at a table, holding a fan in one hand, wearing a voluminous blue robe, green jade earrings and hair ornaments, both beneath swagged blue drapery, within possibly original red-lacquered and gilt wood frames with backboards 

The seated lady with a diagonal across lower left corner, and some pink-ish discoloration above the sitter's proper right eyebrow, and some fine craquelure , and the lady with the red ruyi scepter with some flaking especially to the face. Some of the colors have changed due to age, particularly to the silvers, and reds. There are some dark speckling to the surface along with expected wear and minor losses.Please note not examined out of frame.
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.