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A Fine and Rare Carved Basswood Outside Row Jumper Carousel Horse, M.C. Illions, Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York
Estimate
11,000 - 14,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 61 1/2 in.; length 58 in. (156.21cm; 147.32cm)
stripped, with florid mane and tail, and jeweled trappings
Condition
old stress cracks (minor) consistent with age and use
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.
Catalogue Note
A wonderful example of a smaller middle row horse carved in the Brooklyn shop of Marcus Charles Illions and sons. Illions was known for creating a sense of motion with each of his horses and this figure is a wonderful example of that ability, with a wind twirled mane and at full gallop. The wood on this piece is in very good condition.