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THREE CARVED BONE SPINNING JENNIES, CIRCA 1800
Estimate
5,500 - 6,500 USD
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Description
- bone
- Height of the largest 6 in.
The first wearing a bonnet and holding a spindle, the second a female wearing a bonnet turning the crank with hands, and the third two women sitting in chairs, one holding a baby. Two with stands and glass domes. 3 pieces.
Provenance
The first: Sotheby's, New York, Sale 7196, lot 1335;
Jonathan Trace, Rifton, New York.
The second: Diana Bittel, Delaware Antiques Show, 2004.
The third: Diana Bittel, Delaware Antiques Show, 2004.
Jonathan Trace, Rifton, New York.
The second: Diana Bittel, Delaware Antiques Show, 2004.
The third: Diana Bittel, Delaware Antiques Show, 2004.
Condition
Overall the pieces are in good condition good. There are some broken threads, chips, and age cracks on all pieces.
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.
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.