- 68
Paire de bouquets montés en coquillages, XIXe siècle
Estimate
500 - 800 EUR
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Description
- Clam Shell; sea horse
- Haut. 58 cm, diam. base 25,5 cm
- Height 22 3/4 in; base diam. 10 in
les bouquets issus de vases en placage de coquillage brisé flanqués d'hippocampes formant anses, reposant sur un socle en bois ; (petits manques)
Condition
Fair overall condition despite a few losses to the shells. As visible on the illustration, some shells are loose too.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Cette paire de bouquets de coquillages est reproduite dans un dessin préparatoire de Bernard Boutet de Monvel pour un Portrait de femme figurant dans la vente (lot n°244, reproduit)