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A PAIR OF ORMOLU-MOUNTED MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES OF SEATED PUG DOGS the porcelain 18th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- height of male pug 12 in.; width 11 1/2 in.; depth 7 1/2 in.; height of female pug 10 in.; width 9 1/2 in.
- 30.5 cm; 29.2 cm; 19.1 cm; 25.4 cm; 24.1 cm
Condition
Please note: the porcelain has not been examined beneath the mounts. The raised paw of the bitch has been broken off and restored back. The other has some minor enamel flakes at the back of his head. Both are peppered with a scattered sprinkling of speckiling to the glaze and some minor pitting. The ormolu is of good quality but not of any great age.
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.