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Albert Gilbert
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert Gilbert
- "VENETIAN CARNIVAL," A CHRYSÉLÉPHANTINE SCULPTURE
- signed A. gilbert and numbered 8.
- tiger onyx, patinated bronze and ivory
- height 24 3/4 in.; width 24 1/2 in.; depth 10 1/4 in.
- 63 cm; 62 cm; 26 cm
Literature
Richard Dorment, Alfred Gilbert, Published for the Paul Melon Center for Studies in British Art, Yales University Press, 1985; Isabel Mc. Allister, Alfred Gilbert, A&C Black Ltd., London, 1929
Condition
Overall in fair condition and presentation. The ivory with natural hairline cracks, now filled with dirt. Wear to patina of bronze, particularly visible on top of figures' hats, and other common places like their shoulders and legs, consistent with touching. The latern of the pagoda is meant to be electified, and is currently not wired. The pagoda will need to be tightened into the onyx base. The left arm of the lady is slightly loose and will need to be professionally tightened. The bolt on top of the male figure's hat is visible, it was probably originally hidden by a piece of bronze filler which is now missing.
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.