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A CARVED OAK FIGURE OF MERCURY, AFTER GIAMBOLOGNA POSSIBLY FLEMISH, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- oak
- height 57 in.
- 145 cm
Provenance
The collection of Georges Geffrey
Arthur Davidson
Valerian Rybar and Jean Francois Daigre, Christie's Paris, June 5, 2003, lot 34
Property from an Amsterdam Canal House, Christie's Amsterdam, June 24-25, 2008, lot 647
Arthur Davidson
Valerian Rybar and Jean Francois Daigre, Christie's Paris, June 5, 2003, lot 34
Property from an Amsterdam Canal House, Christie's Amsterdam, June 24-25, 2008, lot 647
Literature
Plaisir de France, 'La Collection Geffrey', November 1971, ill. p. 42.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Age cracks generally along joins of construction, particularly to the back of the figure, the base, and the back of his head. Lights surface scratches, small restorations and surface dirt.
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.