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Cecil de Blaquiere Howard
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Cecil de Blaquiere Howard
- Surtout de table, 1919
- each signed: HOWARD
- bronze, dark brown patina, the tazza with embossed copper on a black marble base
Exhibited
Paris, Salon des beaux-arts, 1919;
New York, Milch Galleries, 1920
New York, Milch Galleries, 1920
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronzes is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surfaces consistent with age, including dust. There is general wear, including some staining and warping to the copper basin of the tazza. There is minor greening to the bronze of the tazza. There are a few minor scratches and nicks, notably to the figure's hip and the column in one of the candlesticks. There is wax residue to the tops of the candlesticks.
"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."