Lot 527
  • 527

PAIR OF ENGLISH DUMMY BOARDS OF CHILDREN, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • board
  • Heights 39 in. and 40 in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, New York, October 16, 2008, sale 8477, lot 31.

Condition

Girl with a restored break to her right arm; now with a metal plate to reverse for support. Some old wood worm to boards. Painting has been refreshed in areas. Losses to some areas of decoration; particularly to the dog's face and the girl's flowers. Boy with a chip to left side of headdress. Usual scratches, abrasions and chips to edges consistent with use and age.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.