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A pair of bronze sculptural figures Restauration, circa 1825
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Female. 58cm. high; 1ft.10¼in.; Male. 60cm.high; 1ft.11in.
each in the form of a standing nude male and female figure, one leaning against a tree stump flanked by a dolphin, the other with a Bacchic female figure leaning against a tree stump entwined with vine leaves and grapes, on a red marble socle within an alternating band of leaves and flowers, on a square base
Condition
Attractively cast with good detail. Old minor marks, scuffs and scratches. Casting flaw to the foot of one with dolphin and some minor damage to bronze at the top of base as visible from photograph. Some minor rubbing to back. Minor dent to bottom of bronze base of Bacchic figure. In overall good condition.
"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."