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Vincent Nicholson British, Sheffield, 1842
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bust of Albert, Prince Consort
- with a cartouche to the reverse signed and dated: VINCENT NICHOLSON FECIT 1842 SHEFFIELD / METALLIFEROUS. DEPOSIT, and the socle inscribed: METALLIFEROUS BUST OF THE PRINCE / DEPOSITED BY VINCENT NICHOLSON
- copper electrotype, on an integral copper electrotype socle
- Vincent Nicholson British, Sheffield, 1842
Condition
Overall the condition of the bust is good, with some dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some dark staining to the patina in a few areas, including to the forehead and temples and to the proper right side of the chest. There is some greening in the crevices, notably in the hair. There is a circular hole at the back below the signature. There are a few nicks and scratches, including to the truncation at the front and at the back.
"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."