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Lewis Alexander Goblet (1764- after 1826) British, 1818
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bust of a Man
- signed and dated: Goblet. Ft. / 1818
- marble
- Lewis Alexander Goblet (1764- after 1826) British, 1818
Exhibited
London, Colnaghi, The British Face. A View of Portraiture 1625-1850, 1986
Literature
J. Kenworthy-Brown, The British Face. A View of Portraiture 1625-1850, exhib. cat. Colnaghi, London, 1986, pp. 130-131, no. 64; I. Roscoe, A Biographical Dictionary of Sculptors in Britain. 1660-1851, New Haven and London, 2009, p. 534, no. 25
Condition
Overall the condition of the marble is good with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few small naturally occurring inclusions. There is minor veining including to the proper left side of the face.
"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."