painted in the manner of George Davis with exotic birds in panels on a green 'cracked ice' ground and with a band of flowers, converted to a lamp base 

Please note that the vase has been fitted as a lamp and has not been examined beneath the mounts. There is some overall minor and occasional wear to the gilding. There is some minor firing-related speckling overall. The vase has a few approximate 1-inch chips to the upper rim edge, which have been gilt over. The tips of several upturned acanthus leaves on the lower body have either been chipped away and gilt over or restored. The base of the vase is oversprayed, making it difficult to determine the exact nature of the damage.
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.