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An Italian carved alabaster group of 'The Three Graces' 19th century, after Canova
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- Marble
- The Three Graces 45cm. high; 1ft. 5¾in.. Female figure: 30cm. high; 1ft.. Column: 17cm. high; 6¾in.
on a rusticated oval base raised on an oval stand with rounded feet
Literature
Compton Place Inventory, 1892, p. 81 standing in The Gallery
or
Chiswick House Inventory, 1863, p. 32 standing in the East Ante Room, A small group alabaster of the Graces
Chiswick House Inventory, also 1892, p. 164 standing in the West Saloon, 'An Alabaster group of the 3 Graces'
Condition
The stand and platform is in pieces but can be put together. Small loss to brickwork paltform. The 'Three Graces' group is in good overall condition, though one figure is missing her toes. A few very minor chips throughout and would benefit from a clean.
"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."