of pear shape, decorated in lacquer and soapstone to form a continuous scene of two ladies and two children in a fenced-in garden setting surrounded by flowering trees and rocks, the details picked out in gilt and polychrome pigments, all beneath a lacquer thread lappet border around the mouth

There are minute nicks to the rim. There is wear and small losses to the gilt-lacquer and the outer section of one lappet is missing. There are small losses to the decoration to the left of the boy and right of the lady.
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.