each of pear-shaped form, rising to a wide molded lotus-form mouth, intricately painted in famille-rose enamels with panels containing lush flowers, birds and insects, or lively scenes of courtiers and attendants, all against a gilt ground enameled with a green foliate pattern (2)

There is one section of the lotus petal which has been broken and held by a piece of tape, with an adjacent chip. There is typical scratching and loss to enamels overall.
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.