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Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Encrier
- en bronze à patine noire
- Haut. 23,5 cm; larg. 18,5 cm; prof. 18,5 cm
- Height 92 1/2 in; width 72 2/3 in; depth 72 2/3 in
composé d'un vase godronné reposant sur trois lions assis et d'un couvercle surmonté d'un putto ailé
Provenance
Vente Sotheby's à Paris, 18 Janvier 2008, lot 3
Condition
Good overall condition.
Minor oxydation to the bronze, at several places. Each lion shows a hole in their head, maybe to receive the writing ustensils. The bronze lid is of the same factory but may be associated. The angel has been reattached to the lid, his right hand and left index is missing. The tip of right wing reattached.
"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."