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A PAIR OF FRENCH FAÏENCE FIGURES OF LIONS LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- length 18 in.
- 45.7 cm
each with a long yellow mane modeled with its head turned recumbent on a green-sponged rectangular base.
Exhibited
Winter Antiques Show, January 17-26, 2003, New York
Condition
One has a flat 1/2-in. chip to the interior edge of the base at the back issuing a fine 1 1/2-in. haircrack. Both have some occasional typical minor glaze chips to the edges of the bases, paws, ears and/or faces. Otherwise, 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.
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.