- 1584
A group of twenty-one silver, enamel, and Murano glass circus figures, most by Tiffany & Co., New York and Ancini, Arezzo, circa 1990 and later
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- silver, glass, enamel
- height of tallest 5 1/2 in.
- 14 cm
comprising two clowns juggling, one clown riding a pig, a ringmaster, a snake charmer, and a jester by Tiffany & Co.; two clowns with balloons, a clown on a swing, and five clown heads by Ancini or marked 515-AR; three clowns with glass bodies and one holding a book engraved "Laurea" marked 1547-AR; a clown juggling by Sorini; a clown on a unicycle with pig and one with round body marked 925. 22 pieces.
Condition
some with minor losses to enamel, more noticeable enamel losses to snake charmer and ringmaster; clown with glass legs and book lacking feet; overall good condition
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.