A quantity of German porcelain figures, serving dishes and other objects mostly 19th century

including a painted Meissen group of Mercury riding on a chariot drawn by a pair of black eagles; a pair of biscuit porcelain figures representing Leda and the Swan and Jupiter; another group allegorical for Ganymede and a fourth biscuit group modelled with Father Time; six large oval serving dishes, Berlin, late 19th century; four Berlin porcelain serving dishes painted in manganese with flowers; the lot also including two soup terrines and various other cups and dishes
(circa 38)

Sold as is, as seen in the catalogue image: left tureen with cracks to the bowl, losses to the raised parts of the decoration to cover. Right tureen: restored cracks, one larger chip to the rim, one handle chipped. Dishes: overall good, minor wear, few minor chips to rims and footrims. The groups and figures: some chips, losses and repairs, especially to extremities. Mercury: overall good, one wing to eagle missing, smaller losses.
"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."