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A silver, ivory, pearl and opal figural marine centerpiece, probably Belgian, in the style of Eginde Rombaux and Frans Hoosemans, circa 1900
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
apparently unmarked
- Elephant, African
- length 20in.
- 51cm
the oval base cast with cat-tails and other marine plants including water-lilies with opal centers, rising at one end to two necking swans and at the other to a finely carved ivory nymph, being nuzzled by swans, wearing a necklace with drop pearl and holding a silver shell, plated liner
Condition
nude with age cracks to ivory, slight wear to top of head, one breast slightly lighter but inherent, not from wear
Otherwise good, modelling fantastic
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.