the paper leaf painted with Vulcan kneeling in front of Venus, his anvil and forged armour to one side, bacchic putti to the other, in a river landscape, the reverse with chinoiseries, the ivory sticks and guards finely carved and pierced with pastoral figures, dogs and birds, the guards with tinted foil ground, paste pivot, in paper case

overall good condition apart from minute tear and wears to edges and along folds, one stick has been restuck to one tiny section; minor losses to ivory strands.
"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."