Paire de coupes couvertes

les coupes reposent sur un pied, richement décoré, l'un présentant l'Allégorie de la Chasse, personnifiée par des enfants accompagnés d'un chien, tenant le gibier et sonnant le cor; l'autre, illustrant la Pêche, illustrée par des enfants vêtus en costume de corsaire, tenant un grand poisson et portant un filet; à leurs pieds un panier de poissons. L'extérieur de la coupe est cintrée d'un décor de vignes, deux masques de béliers en guise d'anses; chaque couvercle orné d'une frise de perles, de feuilles d'acanthe et de guirlandes de fruits est surmonté d'un petit groupe de putti jouant avec un bélier, servant de prise.

Ivory cups very decorative and finely carved. Minor surface dirt in the crevisses consistent with age. A few fine hairline cracks or joints visible at several places. A small loss to the tip of the fishtail. The goat's heads carved separatly. Very recommandable ivories.
"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."