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A set of three Directoire ormolu, patinated bronze and cut glass 'bon savage' figures circa 1795, the ormolu-mounted cut glass bases later
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- glass, bronze
- height of tallest 17 in.
- 43.5 cm
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, October 28, 1988, lot 356
Condition
Cut glass and its mounts later, glass now with some chips and abrasions. One standing figure with one leg and torso partially detached. One figure lacking device from right hand, other with parasol detached. Parasol with restored break to lower section and with one bell detached. Tambourine detached and now with small loss to ormolu. Ormolu with surface dirt and some oxidation overall. Patinated bronze with some light scratches and surface dirt.
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.