Lot 3
  • 3

A pair of Italian Baroque style marble wall fountains

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • each 92cm. high; 3ft.
each with an acanthus and scroll carved cresting above a roundel, the basin in the form of a stylised scallopshell, on a tapering scrolled bracket 

Condition

The colour is slightly darker overall and much more attractive than in catalogue photograph. There are old restorations generally which have been well executed and hardly noticeable. There are some very minor chips generally and some surface dirt which can be cleaned, commensurate with normal usage. Each fountain is in three sections which is dismantled at present and will need assembling in situ. In overall good restored 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. 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."