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Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich (1828-1883), A Bear with Her Cubs: Inkstand from the Hunting Desk Set
Estimate
55,000 - 75,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- length of base 19 1/4 in. (48.8 cm); height 14 in. (35.5 cm)
depicting a reclining she-bear in a pine forest watching as her cubs frolic, the standing cub removable to reveal an ink well, with signature and Woerffel foundry mark
Condition
excellent detail and attractive patina, the inkwell liner lacking
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.
Catalogue Note
On this design, see A. Egorov and K. Zhuromskii, Nikolai Liberikh, Moscow, 2011, pp. 148-149, 225