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A pair of gilt-bronze mounted Chinese white enameled sandstone lion dogs in Louis XV style
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- gilt-bronze, white sandstone
- Haut. 21,5 cm, larg. 18,5 cm, prof. 15 cm; Height 8 1/2 in, width 7 1/3 in, depth 6 in
each with a branch in the mouth, the paw on a pierced sphere, on a curved base
Provenance
Collection of Franco Cesari, Sotheby's, Paris, 29 June 2004, lot 48
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
The gilt-bronze mounts:
Good overall condition with minute surface scratches.
One ormolu element with leaves in one lion's mouth needs to be refixed.
The porcelain:
Good restored condition.
There are restorations to both lions, as to the heads, ears and tails.
Very pleasant and decorative objects.
"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."