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A French biscuit bust of Marie Antoinette 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramics
- height 19 3/8 in.
- 49.2 cm
after the marble model by Felix Lacomte, on a blue-ground socle and base, incised interlaced Ls.
Condition
There is some very minor and very occasional abrasion-like chipping on the edges of her hair. There is restoration to the lower edge of her medallion, which is difficult to spot. There is a short, approximate 1-inch firing-related fine crack to the edge of her cloak on her right side. The tassel on her right is restored. The dark blue stem and base has a bubbly appearance, caused by firing and there are several minuscule chips to the edge of the base.
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.