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Albert E. Harnisch American, 1842 - after 1918
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Albert E. Harnisch
- The schoolboy
- signed A E Harnisch sculpt. ROMA 1884
- white marble
- height 31 in.
- 79 cm
white marble, signed A E Harnisch sculpt. ROMA 1884
Condition
Overall good presentation, some light rubbing and loss of details to top of head of puppy from 'stroking' over the years. Some light yellow discoloration around legs of boy visible in catalogue description, this is likely from professional restoration concealing an old break. There is a small section of the wing repaired with no loss. The base as several small chips around the rim consistent with age and movement over the years.
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.