- 1459
AMERICAN EAGLE
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Haley Bellamy
- carved pine
- 37 1/4 by 63 by 22 in.
Carved in Kittery Point, Maine, circa 1880.
Provenance
Allan Katz, Woodbridge, Connecticut
Literature
James A. Craig, American Eagle, The Bold Art and Brash Life of John Haley Bellamy (Portsmouth Marine Society, Publication Number 34, 2014), pp. 84-85, figs. 6.9-6.10, 6.11
Condition
Dowel support on back of right wing has a small strip which is missing. Overall condition very good. Virtually no paint remaining, if in fact there was paint (or intent to paint). Small repair on tip of tail. Otherwise in good condition.
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.
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.