Circle of Johann Gottfried Schadow (1764-1850), German, Berlin, first half 19th century

Overall the condition of the terracotta is good. There is wear and some minor dirt to the surface consistent with age including rubbing to the painted surface throughout. A chip on the proper left breast was reattached and there is an area of restoration around the truncation at the back of the proper right shoulder. There are a few stable, hairline fissures to the drapery around the proper right collarbone. There are a few chips including to the veil to the proper right side of the neck, the back of her right shoulder, the right buttress and under the chin on the left side.
"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."

RELATED LITERATURE
P. Bloch, S. Einholz and J. von Simson, Ethos and Pathos. Die Berliner Bildhauerschule 1786-1914, exh. cat. Staatliche Museen, Berlin, 1990, pp. 247-271; C. Janoray, Queen Luise of Prussia by Gottfried Schadow, exh. cat. Charles Janoray LLC, New York, Fall 2005