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Italie, XIXe siècle Paire de bustes d'un Maure et d'une Mauresque
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Paire de bustes d'un Maure et d'une Mauresque
- les têtes en marbre noir et les drapés en agate; sur des socles en marbre noir
- marbre agate
- Haut. (totale) 20 cm; height (overall) 7 4/5 in.
Condition
Fairly good condition overall with superficial surface dirt, especially to the crevices, and minor chips visible at several places, consistent with age and handling. Few chips are visible to the edges of the agate busts and to the black marble heads as well, with some small lacks to the drapery. A restored vertical break is visible to the Man's bust, from the top to the bottom. Some wear to the carving on the two faces.
"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."