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A large scale German gilt-bronze mounted sculptural drinking horn probably Berlin, late 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- horn, bronze, marble
- 102cm. high; 3ft. 4¼in.
on a green marble circular base
Provenance
Bismarck Museum Schönhausen, inv. nr. F I Wgd. 226
Literature
A. de Grousilliers , ill. 90, p. 128
Condition
This very impressive piece is in overall good condition. The horn has a crack of about 8cm to the upper section; the bronze would benefit from cleaning, the marble base is in very good condition. A tip of the arrow in the arrower's bag is broken but is hardly noticeable. There are small holes which indicate that there might be a missing piece, maybe a string for the bow(?). The bow presently has an improvised bow metal string.
Please note that the information in catalogue regarding this piece being a gift from the emperor is not correct.
"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."