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A PAIR OF GEORGE III ORMOLU-MOUNTED WHITE MARBLE CASSOLETTES ATTRIBUTED TO MATTHEW BOULTON, LATE 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- white marble, ormolu
- height 9 1/2 in.
- 24 cm
Provenance
Norman Adams, London
Christie's London, May 14, 2003, lot 101
Christie's New York, April 25, 2008, lot 42
Christie's London, May 14, 2003, lot 101
Christie's New York, April 25, 2008, lot 42
Literature
Nicholas Goodison, Ormolu: The Work of Matthew Boulton, London: 1974, fig. 133.
Condition
Marble bodies with some minor flaws inherent to the marble. One with the handles out of line with the acanthus leaf- needs to be moved back into place by a professional. Some rubbing and wear to gilt bronze.
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.