after a design first produced in the 1820s after the illustrations in the journal Magic Lantern (Volshebnyi fonar), both modelled as coachmen dressed for winter, standing on circular bases, with impressed and stamped manufactory marks

the smaller coachman figure with scattered rubbing and pinpoint areas of loss to the matte blue glaze on his coat, both with some small rubbing to gilding on the moulded scrolls of the bases; the smaller figure with a tiny chip to the edge of his black hat at the back
"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."