Lot 573
  • 573

Paire de vases en bronze patiné et bronze doré d'époque Louis-Philippe

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description

  • Haut. 60 cm, larg. 19,5 cm
  • Height 23 1/3 in; width 7 2/3 in
le vase flanqué de deux femmes ailées formant anses et reposant sur des consoles, orné de rinceaux arabesques et de médaillons à l'Antique, le piédouche cannelé terminé par un tor de laurier ; le socle quadrangulaire orné d'urnes flammées

Condition

The illustration is accurate, good overall condition despite the inevitable dents, scratches and marks due to the age and use. A minor wear to the patina of the bronze, the gilding of the mount is protected by a varnish which has turned slightly yellow. Please note that this condition report was made on August 31th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale.
"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."