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A collection of hardstones and minerals
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Hardstones
- various sizes
including carved Blue John eggs and other Derbyshire fluorspas, polished panels, amethyst quartz candlestands, a small turned marble urn, reproduction arrowheads, pebbles, agates and other interesting 'found' specimens (qty)
Provenance
Andrew, 11th Duke of Devonshire (1920-2004)
The Blue John specimens acquired by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire (1920-2014) in Castleton, Derbyshire
The Blue John specimens acquired by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire (1920-2014) in Castleton, Derbyshire
Condition
An attractive group. Damage and breakages to carved examples and chips to others.
"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."