Lot 18
  • 18

Buste de jeune femme Venise, probablement XVIIIe siècle

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • Buste de jeune femme
  • la tête en marbre noir, les épaules en onyx ;
    le piédouche en marbre portor
  • Haut. 60 cm ; larg. 43 cm
  • Height 23 1/2 in ; width 17 in

Condition

Very decorative bust, with a black marble head and a fine onyx drapery. A few minor chips and hairline cracks to her forehead, one small knock to her nose and a few lacks of marble to the neck. One diagonal thorough break to the onyx drapery, in the front, another fine hairline crack in the back finishing at the fixing hook. A few minor chips to the edges of the base. Very attractive sculpture.
"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."