A GROUP OF FIVE VIENNA-STYLE VASES AND A SUGAR BOWL AND COVER LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY

comprising: three vases and a pot pourri vase and cover, each painted with a half-length portrait of a maiden, a vase painted on the front with 'Music' and cupids and on the other side with cupids on the clouds and a sugar bowl and cover painted with a portrait of a beauty, five with pseudo shield marks, the blue-ground vase with a crowned BPM mark, all with inscribed titles and various numerals, two vases with gilt foliate devices obscuring further factory marks. 8 pieces.

The tallest vase (in the center in the catalogue illustration) has restoration and regilding to the neck and the rim; the restoration is very well done. The iridescent green-ground potpourri vase and cover (2nd one from the right in the catalogue illustration) has the rim completely restored, possibly covering a chip; the restoration is well done. Otherwise in generally 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.
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.