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Lot 35
  • 35

Vanité en ivoire

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • Vanité en ivoire
  • Haut. 6 cm
  • Height 2 1/3 in.

Condition

Very good condition overall with a few minor chips at several places to the edges and tips of his horns, and a few rust stains as can be seen on the photograph (on the back of the catalogue). Some minor surface dirt in the crevices.One loss to the tip of his proper second right horn. Marble very finely carved , can be recommended.
"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."

Catalogue Note

REFERENCE BIBLIOGRAPHIQUE
Cat. exp. Memento Mori, Kunstkammer Georg Laue, Munich, 2002, nos 31 - 33.