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A Regency statuary marble chimneypiece circa 1820
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- marble
- 122cm. high, 147cm. wide, 19cm. deep; 4ft., 10in., 7½in.
- Aperture: 97cm. high, 99cm. wide; 3ft.2½in., 3ft.3¼in.
Condition
Restored break to right hand side of the shelf (as you are facing the chimneypiece) running across the front corner. Small restored chip to the corner of the moulding heading the right hand jamb. Small chip to front panel of the right hand jamb. Small chip to vertical section flanking the left hand side of the aperture. General sicolourations and old marks to the marble. Small filled holes to the upper regions of both vertical sections flanking the aperture. Minor general chips and wear to edges and corners including the bases of the blocks supporting the jambs.
"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."