- 123
A group of three Grand Tour marble obelisks 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- fruitwood, marble, slate
- height of tallest 22 1/2 in.
- 57.5 cm
Together with three marble spheres of later date. 6 pieces.
Provenance
Richard Lawson, San Francisco
Condition
Specimen marble obelisk with scattered minor cracks and losses to inlay. Minor scattered minor chips to marble and slate. Breccia and white marble one with small scattered chips to edges and corners. Marble and slate obelisk with restoration to top of base, scattered small chips to slate and marble, not extensive. Spheres with minor chips and restorations to marble bases. Wood base with some dents and abrasions. All pieces in good condition.
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.