Lot 246
  • 246

A CONTINENTAL FAÏENCE FIGURE OF A DROMEDARY 19TH / 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
100 - 200 USD
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Description

  • pottery
  • height 6 3/4 in.
  • 17.2 cm
naturalistically modelled standing on a grassy mound base, ARK monogram mark in black. 

Condition

The camel has been off the base through his feet and glued back. There is a haircrack running from the footrim across the base. The camel has also been broken off from the point where its belly meets the middle stump and glued back. Its body has been broken into several pieces (including the tail) and glued back.
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.