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A group of eighteen Italian silver and enamel circus figures, Ancini and Sorini, Arezzo, 2001 and circa
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- seven marked 925 / Italy and with English import marks for maker's mark JMS, Edinburgh, 2001, one of those also stamped Sorini; eight with marks for Ancini / 800 / 105-AR; two marked Sorini / 925 / 105-AR; one marked 925 / 213-GE
- silver, enamel, copper
- heights from 1 5/8 to 4 3/4 in.
- 4 to 12 cm
comprising eleven enameled and three silver and copper clowns in various pursuits, four silver and copper animals playing musical instruments, and one silver stool. 19 pieces.
Condition
5 with small chips to enamel, clown standing on horse lacking something in raised hand, musician clown and bear with copper tubas loose, the other bear lacking his tuba, otherwise in good condition
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.