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A PAIR OF POLYCHROME EARTHENWARE MAGOTS, PROBABLY CHINESE, 18TH CENTURY ON GILT-BRONZE BASES, LOUIS XVI, CIRCA 1780 |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- terracotta, gilt-bronze
- Haut. 12 cm., larg. 10 cm., prof. 7,5 cm. ; Height 4 3/4 in., width 4 in., depth 3 in.
(one magot restored)
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. As stated in the catalogue one magot has been broken and restored. There is a chip to the knee of the other magot with a minor loss. The gilt-bronze bases are in good overall condition with minor surface scratches and rubbed areas.
"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."