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A wooden display obelisk with twelve portrait medals depicting Prince Albert, Prince Albert and Queen Victoria, or Prince Albert and Prince Ernst
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- metal, wood
- height 49.5cm
comprising: one in bronze-gilt for the International Exhibition, 1862, 41mm; four in copper or bronze, including Great Exhibition, 1851, exhibitor’s medal by Wyon, 44.5mm, and award medal by Wyon and Domard for the Royal Mint, 74mm, and Memorial to Prince Albert as Founder of the International Exhibitions, 1862, by Wiener, 68mm; and others (7), all different, mostly in white metal, 35-74mm, later mounted on two faces of the green-painted obelisk
Condition
In overall very good condition. The green painted obelisk is modern and has very minor chips. The medals are set only on two sides and have marks and scratches consistent with age and use.
"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."