Lot 29
  • 29

Scuola Italiana, probabilmente secolo XIX

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description

  • cm 48,5
Ercole in lotta con un serpente, in avorio, su base in legno, siglato e datato : F.AD/F.S/1626; difetti, sostituzioni e assemblaggi

Condition

Several vertical cracks starting from the head, throughout the left arm down to the chest, to the right leg. The central crack on the chest with minor loss of material and turning on a yellow colour. Yellow patina throughout. The joining of the rock base quite open and visible.
"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."