English, West Country, 13th/14th century

Smiling and tongue poking dog: There are losses, wear, weathering and dirt to the surface consistent with age and placement outside. There are a few old restorations. There are losses to the upper left and lower right corners of the tongue poking dog and to the proper left corner and the proper right ear of the smiling dog. There are a few recent chips to the edges and faces of both.
"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."

LITERATURE
Forty Medieval Carvings from the Collection of Richard Wiseman, cat. nos. 37 and 38