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"CERES AND PROSERPINE," A LARGE CARVED IVORY TANKARD France, possibly Dieppe, circa 1875
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- ivory
- height 19 3/4 in.
- 50 cm
the lid surmounted by Apollo riding Pegasus, the body carved in the round with Ceres and Bacchus seated on a chariot drawn by lions and followed by a Bacchic retinue, the base with four lion masks set on four scrolled shell feet.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Minor yellowing and vertical hairline cracks filled with dirt in places, consistent with age and environmental effects. Pegasus' proper right wing shows traces of glue. Finely carved.
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.