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ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURYCOUPLE OF FIGURINES ON A CONSOLE |
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 EUR
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Description
- wood, papier mâché, shell, white coral
- couple: 37 cm, 14 1/2 in. ; showcase: 46 x 32.5 x 16 cm, 18 x 12 3/4 x 6 1/3 in. ; console: 39 x 44 x 20 cm, 15 1/3 x 17 1/3 x 7 3/4 in.
wood, polychromed papier mâché, shell and white coral ; in a glazed showcase
Condition
Overall in good condition with wear and dirt consistent with age. Woman's proper left hand is lost. Further losses, including to the flowers and shells on the woman's proper right arm. Unstable craquelure to the black of the hat and woman's shoes. Replaced attributes and several possibly replaced elements. Glass cabinet held in place with tape, with losses to paper binding.
"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."