- 251
French, circa 1800
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bust of a Napoleonic Military Commander
- terracotta on a red, green and white veined marble socle
- French, circa 1800
the figure wearing the star of the Ordre National de la Légion d'Honneur surmounted with an imperial crown
Condition
Overall the condition of the terracotta is good with dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small losses including to the lace at the front and to the ponytail. There are a few small fissures to the back of the bust and a few very minor firing cracks, including in the crevices around the neck. There are a few abrasions to the edges of the bust. The bust is fixed to the socle with plaster and the socle has minor wear to the edges.
"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."