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A PAIR OF GILT BRONZE GRIFFINS IN THE MANNER OF MATTHEW BOULTON MOUNTED AS TABLES Continental, 20th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- bronze, onyx, marble
- height 30 1/4 in.; width 17 3/4 in.; length 14 1/2 in.
- 76 cm; 45 cm; 37 cm
surmounted by onyx tops and seated on black marble stepped bases.
Provenance
The Altmayer Family Collection
Christie's New York, April 20, 2000, lot 106
Acquired from the present over from the above sale
Condition
Overall in good condition. The shimmer is well cast and shows traces of tarnishing and light oxidation.Please note that the onyx top has been adapted to the top of the winged beast in order to create side tables. One can notice later hardware and unpainted wooden pieces in order to support the black onyx top. The stepped base is composed of three black marble slabs showing chips to edges and one consequent chip to one front corner. The onyx top has the usual scratches, but with visible repaired breaks. Good presentation.
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.