

Or
Fair condition; beautifully carved; the lintel with an old repaired break to the center with infilling and discolored inpainting; the central tablet is beautifully carved with a restoration to the proper left horn of the goat in the foreground; left swag with some old repairs and chips; the right swag is off and broken and in need of repair; some small restorations to the top of the left upright to the opening; chips to the top right corner of the opening; both sides have marble veneers which are off but present with this lot and with some small losses; there are chips and wear to the edges of the entire chimneypiece consistent with age and use; the chimneypiece has wonderful proportions and great carving and would benefit from sympathetic restoration.
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.
Interested in bidding online for this sale? click here to register for BIDnow.
Watch live auctions, manage your account, sign up for updates, share your favourites, create wishlists and more.
Create An AccountWould you like to watch the live sale only or also participate in bidding?
Watch Live Sale Register to BidYou must have flash enabled to view the auction video
Online Registration to Bid is Closed for this Sale. Would you like to watch the live sale?
Watch Live SaleYou must have flash enabled to view the auction video
This sale registration is closed because the sale is starting within 24 hours.
To participate in this sale please call the Bids Department
This sale registration is closed because the sale is starting within 24 hours.
To participate in this sale please call the Bids Department