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Lot 201
  • 201

A Buen Retiro group of vintagers, modelled by G. Gricci, circa 1780-1785

Estimate
4,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramic
  • 31cm, 12 1/4 in high
with a man, woman and child around a pedestal strewn with grapes, the man and boy carousing, the woman industriously gathering grapes, a barrel of bunches at her feet, on a canted rectangular base raised on four feet (some restoration)

Condition

Her head and shoulders and his raised arm restored; chips to his hat, hair cracks and extended firing cracks
"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."