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An Austrian plaster model of Aglaurus and Herse by Karl Schwerzek circa 1904
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- plaster, pine
- 17cm. high.; 6¾in., base 30cm x 1.8cm; 11¾in., ½in.
on a later stained pine rectangular base
Literature
Simon Weber-Unger, Gipsmodell und Fotografie im Dienste der Kunstgeschichte 1850-1900, September 2011, illustrated no 11, p.21.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. There is slight yellow discolouration to the hair of the reclining figure and an old minor restoration to her nose. There are possibly some old minor restorations to the hands of both figures but these are well executed and are hardly noticeable.
"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."