- 93
Augsburg, Germany
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Pair of Bishop Saints, one probably St John of Nepomuk
- both with an illegible silver mark to the reverse, probably of Augsburg; bishop with forked beard: with a sticker to the reverse inscribed in pencil: 616/3; other, probably St John of Nepomuk: with partially legible inscription to the reverse: P1475 [...] / so/wc [...] / 190G RB / THREE
- silver, on ebony inlaid and ebonised wood bases with silver mounts
- 16.5cm., 6½ in. and 15.5cm., 6 1/8 in.; bases: 9.5cm., 9¾in.
Condition
Overall condition good, with some wear and dirt consistent with age. Minor tarnishing and rubbing to silver. Some warping, in particular to the fingers. A few very small lacunae.
There are several losses to the wood and of the bases. Particular tarnishing, and minor losses, to the silver mounts of the bases.
"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."