figurant des dames de cour chacune vêtue d'une longue robe aux manches amples émaillée de motifs floraux multicolores et rehaussée d'or, portant dans les bras un vase en forme de lotus formant le binet (2)

The figure on the left of the catalogue illustration: The head, part of the hands, some of the lotus petals and the folds of her robe around the feet have been restored in the past. There is overall wear to the enamels and gilding. The extremities of the hairpin are broken and missing. There is a ca. 2 cm light firing crack to the underside. The figure on the right of the catalogue illustration: The head and possibly part of the figures, some of the lotus petals and the folds of her robe around the feet have been restored in the past. There is overall wear to the enamels and gilding. The extremities of the hairpin are broken and missing. Tead and the hands have been restored. There are two chips to the edge of the left falling folds of the robe.
"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."