A BRONZE GROUP OF TORTOISES BY SEMIN, MEIJI PERIOD

the adult with eight offspring of varying sizes clambering over each other, each with head raised in alert attitude extending from the carapace, the details naturalistically rendered in the patinated bronze, signed in a rectangular panel on the underside Semin

The two small tortoises either side of the larger rear tortoise, each have one small hole pierced in the carapace and both have tail tips broken off, each is screwed to attach on the underside, otherwise good condition
"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."