Lot 13
  • 13

Edmund Cotterell

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Edmund Cotterell
  • Arthur, Duke of Wellington, Riding Copenhagen
  • signed: COTTERELL SCULPt and inscribed: PUBLISHED AS THE ACT DIRECTS BY R & S GARRARD, PANTON St LONDON 18th JUNE 1837
    brass mounted inscription on the plinth: Arthur Duke of Wellington
    incised 51 on the underside

  • bronze, dark brown patina on a stepped bronze plinth

Condition

Overall the bronze is in excellent condition. There is some minor wear and slight scratching consistent with age. The reign has come loose at the hands. There is a loss to the rein under the chest. The sword and the spurs of the figure are missing.
"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."