- 521
A PAIR OF SILVER-GILT, ENAMEL, AND PEARL FIGURES OF MUSICIANS, PROBABLY VIENNA, LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- height of taller 7 1/2 in.
- 19 cm
playing a violin and a lute, on mounted ebonized pedestals, apparently unmarked
Condition
glued repairs to moldings of wood pedestals, minor losses and restorations to enamel, including face of lutist and knees of violinist, otherwise ok, instruments made separately, a nice detail
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.
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.