Two Carved Hardstone Potted Plants

Including a bleeding heart plant composed of carved hardstone bleeding heart blossoms, nephrite leaves, gilt metal stem, and a glass base, measuring approximately 7½ by 5½ inches; and a Lilies of the Valley plant composed of carved hardstone blossoms, nephrite leaves, gilt metal stem and a glass base, measuring approximately 5¼ by 4¼ inches.

The Bleeding Heart: stem slightly tarnished, glass base with one large chip at bottom and top near stem, base measuring approximately 50 mm., natural discoloration to one nephrite leaf. The Lilies of the Valley: one leaf loose, gilt metal tarnished, glass base measuring approximately 36 mm., besides loose leaf, overall 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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.