PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT BLUE AND WHITE LOBED BALUSTER JARS AND COVERS EARLY 18TH CENTURY

set with gilt biscuit dragon-form handles and lion-dog knops, the base of each vase painted with an artemisia leaf.

Covers slightly ill fitting and of slightly different color. The covers possibly originally from a pair of baluster vases, the present vases possibly not intended to have covers. One cover has a shallow chip under the rim edge. The biscuit lions on the covers and the dolphin vase handles all have typical wear and loss to the cold gilding. Vases both have minor rim frits, otherwise in 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.