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A polished and patinated bronze ecclesiastical lectern America, circa 1880
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
- height 7 ft.
- 213 cm
inscribed on the sphere beneath the eagle TO THE GLORY OF GOD / AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF / ARTHUR COATES SHEPARD / SEPTEMBER 29, 1883
Condition
overall in fair condition and presentation with the usual tarnishing to polished bronze, showing some scratches and dents in places, the eagle lectern has large wear to bronze patina consistent with leaning a book on it, visible scratches in some place now showing the bare bronze
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.