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Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm R.A., 1834-1890
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Grenadier First Guards 1815
- signed: J. E. BOEHM. SCR.. inscribed: ELKINGTON & Co and entitled: GRENADIER / 1ST GUARDS / 1815
- bronze, on a wood base
- bronze: 44.5cm., 17½in; base: 13.5cm., 5¼in.
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some greening to the bronze, particularly at the hat, at the back and at the proper left leg and foot. There are some paint and dirt residues around the base. There are slightly visible casting joints at the tops of both arms. There are one or two small lacunae. There is dirt and wear to the base and some chipping to the paint and wood. The fabric lining the underside of the base is in fragmentary condition. There is a blue plastic label to the underside printed: MOD/5459.
"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."