- 797
American, 20th Century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Two Shop Signs; A Sports Jacket and A Pair of Blue Jeans
- carved walnut
- one 109cm., 43in.; the other 81.5cm., 32in.
- Probably made circa 1950.
Condition
Great fun. Traces of some polychrome. Both have had worm in the past. Notably the jacket which shows signs of treatment and there are losses from this attack to the underside. The jeans with a hole to the crease and a rusty nail visible. Old chips, marks and wear throughout mostly from exposure to the elements. Evidence of hanging devices and later hanging devices attached to the reverse. Acquired from Christie's, New York, 2.2.05, lot 959.
"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."