comprising three carved with relief decoration; one of double-gourd form; one of flattened rounded form; one of ovoid form; and one carved with mock lion-mask handles on the shoulders, all with stoppers (14)

The first bottle has a few chips, including one to the mouth rim, one to the handle, two to the side and one to the foot rim. The second has a bruise to the inner mouth rim. The third has small chips to the tip of Magu's pole and the deer's antler. The sixth has an inclusion in the mouth rim and in the ox which has come loose, leaving a hole. The seventh has a chip to the mouth rim, and a small patch of stone flaw to the shoulder. The rest appear to be in general good condition. All bottles with minute nicks to the edges, and the stoppers are possibly associated, some missing the spoon, some with the cork and spoon lodged in the neck, and one with the stopped glued to the mouth.
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.
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