Paire de figures en biscuit de porcelaine de la manufacture de Dihl et Guérhard d’époque Empire

représentant Hercule et Vénus au miroir, assis chacun sur une base rectangulaire reposant sur un socle rectangulaire à fond vert imitant le bronze à décor en relief et or de masques, palmettes, guirlandes et sphinges ; marqués : Dihl en creux au revers ; (le miroir recollé, petits éclats)

Force: A very small chip on an oak leaf under his helmet, minor wear to the gilding on the base. Prudence: Mirror broken and restored, a restored chip on back left corner of biscuit base, a tiny chip at the end of a foot, a restucked chip on top front right corner of gilded ground base. minor wear to the gilding on the base. Both biscuits have been carefully cleaned up since they have been photographed for 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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