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Two KPM porcelain rectangular plaques of an elderly man or woman late 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, porcelain
- the lady: height 15 1/4 in., width 12 in.; and the man: height 11 1/4 in., width 8 3/4 in.
- 38.7 cm; 30.5 cm and 28.6 cm; 22.2 cm
each painted by Wagner, signed, with a bust-length portrait after Balthasar Denner, the lady inscribed on the reverse Eine alte Frau, n. B. Denner / kais. Gemälde-Galerie, Wien, impressed sceptre over K.P.M. marks, impressed or incised numerals and initials; the lady also with a shield mark in blue, with wood frames. 4 pieces.
Condition
Please note that the plaques have not been examined out of the frames. The visible porcelain is in good condition.
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.
Catalogue Note
The original painting of the old lady resides in the Gemälde Galerie, Vienna, Austria.