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Emile Joseph Nestor Carlier
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Emile Joseph Nestor Carlier
- La cruche cassee (The broken jug)
- signed: EMLE CARLIER
- white marble, on a white marble base with ormolu mounts
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are several small naturally occurring inclusions to the marble, including around the proper left shoulder, the proper right arm, the abdomen, the proper right thigh, and the back. There is a small circular hole to the top of the head. There are a few small chips around the bottom edge of the terrasse and around the edges and corners of the base. There is some wear including minor greening to the gilt metal mounts on the base. The figure is not attached to the base.
"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."
"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."