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A carved ivory figure of Flora signed Musoty Continental, circa 1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, mahogany
- height overall 17 1/4 in.
- 44 cm
signed Musoty to the base, on a later mahogany stand.
Condition
Overall fair condition and good presentation; losses to the fingers of the figures right hand; thumb and forefinger with losses to the figure's left hand and now with two ivory blocks; hairline age cracks to the torso of the body; sunflower to the base replaced; some minor staining and rubbing.
Please note this lot contains endangered material which may require a CITES permit to export. Please contact the department with any questions prior to sale.
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.