Lot 14
  • 14

Charles-Henri-Joseph Cordier

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • one signed CH CORDIER, the other signed C. CORDIER, both on an onyx base and numbered 2640
  • polychrome, patinated and silvered bronze
  • height 18 in.
  • 45.5 cm

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, April 23, 2010, lot 14

Condition

The silvering to the male figure's hat and necklace and tunic banding and slivering to earings and pendant of necklace of female figure are tarnished; the cream-patina with scratches, mostly to high relief details; the onyx with minor chips around the edges; some rubbing to brown patina to faces of figures.
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.