- 1412
PUNCH
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
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Description
- Carved and painted white pine trade figure with tray
- 73 by 35 by 12 in.
the tray with multiple holes, possibly for the display of pipes. Found on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, and executed in America, late 19th / early 20th century.
Provenance
Allan Katz, Woodbridge, Connecticut;
Frank Maresca, New York;
Barry and Edith Briskin, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Frank Maresca, New York;
Barry and Edith Briskin, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Literature
Frank Maresca and Roger Ricco, American Vernacular, New Discoveries in Folk, Self-taught and Outsider Sculpture (Boston: Bulfinch Press, Little Brown and Company), illus. p. 234
Condition
Wood identified to be White Pine (Pinus sp.) under microanalysis by Alden Identification Service. Many layers of in-use repaint and touch-ups throughout. Several patches in the right arm. Patches on both legs. Areas of loss and wear consistent with use and age. Metal bracket securing the figure. Small length of iron chain on his left wrist.
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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.