Lot 367
  • 367

A PAIR OF CHELSEA FIGURES, DEPICTING A YOUNG GIRL WITH A LAMB AND YOUNG MAN AND HIS DOG, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 AUD
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Description

  • A PAIR OF CHELSEA FIGURES, DEPICTING A YOUNG GIRL WITH A LAMB AND YOUNG MAN AND HIS DOG, 18TH CENTURY
  • 23cm high
both figures holding bouquets



gold anchor mark to base

Condition

Girl: both hands showing restorations; one with losses to thumb and fingers; restoration to sheep's left ear; losses to flowers and leaves on body and at feet and around base; Boy: both arms and hands restored; edge of hat restored; ribbon tie to cape at front restored; losses/ chips to leaves and flowers on whole piece; some surface scratching and rubbing to gilding
"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."