TWO RUSSIAN PORCELAIN FIGURAL MUGS |

formed as the heads of Ottoman Turks, the mustachioed man, Gardner Manufactory, 1820s, with blue underglaze mark; the woman with jeweled turban, Kuznetsov Brothers Manufactory, Novo-Kharitonovo, 1830s-1840s, with green underglaze mark

the head of the Ottoman Turk in overall excellent condition, finely painted and with good detail, particularly on handle, with '2' incised in paste in addition to blue underglaze mark of the Gardner Manufactory, with one tiny area of loss at upper rim, possibly inherent; the head of the Ottoman woman in overall good condition; with scattered cracks to glaze (not through the body) which have slightly discolored, the rim with inherent discoloration from the firing process, some small rubbing to glaze
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.

These mugs enjoyed particular popularity after Russia's victory over the Ottomans in 1829. See M. Farmakovskii, "Ocherki po istorii russkogo farfora: Kruzhki v vide golovy." Sredi kollektsionerov 1923, 11/12, pp. 16-21.