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A George III carved white and verde antico marble chimneypiece circa 1770
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marble
- height 5 ft. 2 1/2 in.; width 6 ft. 10 1/2 in.; height of opening approximately 42 in.; width 4 ft. 4 1/2 in.
- 158.8 cm; 209.6 cm; 106.7 cm; 133.4 cm
Condition
Overall good condition; please note that the chimneypiece is in numerous pieces and requires professional assembly. The central tablet is beautifully carved with exquisite undercutting and with some minor chips to the extremities and of the main flower in the center; the Ionic capitals are very well carved; the columns are solid as is the mantel itself; there are a number of small chips and were to the edges of this piece and some old repaired breaks to some of the uprights - one of the horizontal white elements is cracked as can be seen in the catalogue illustration.
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.