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Workshop of Pieter Scheemakers the Younger (1691-1781) and Laurent Delvaux (1696-1778) Flemish, 18th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Diana sleeping
- white marble
- Flemish, 18th century
Provenance
Christie's London, 14 December 1999, lot 96
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is very good. There is some dirt and minor wear consistent with age. The figure has been sit in the rectangular base; a joint is visible around the figure. Some naturally occurring veins are visible on the surface, including one running from the proper right shoulder to under the breast. A few naturally minor occurring inclusions have been filled. There is a stable hairline fissure to the proper left forearm. There are some minor chips, including around the base.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
A.Jacobs, Laurent Delvaux. Gand, 1696 - Nivelles, 1778, Paris, 1999, pp. 236-8, nos. S14-16a