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Cecil de Blaquiere Howard
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Cecil de Blaquiere Howard
- Nu féminin assoupi (Female nude sleeping), circa 1935
- signed: HOWARD, numbered: 1, stamped: C. VALSUANI / CIRE / PERDUE and: BRONZE
- bronze, green brown patina, on a black marble base
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is wear to some of the high points, including to the proper right foot. There are a few scratches to the patina, including to the proper right hip and the proper right shoulder. There is a small gold spot above the signature. There are some minor abrasions to the marble base and a few chips to the lower edge.
"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."