- 1031
Painted Pine Noah's Ark with Animals, 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- pine
- Height 17 in. by Width 29 1/2 in. by Depth 8 3/4 in.
the ark painted red, orange and yellow with stencilled leaf; containing 80 animals including pairs of giraffes, ostriches, leopards, kangaroos, camels, deer, elephants, buffaloes, cats, dogs and birds with Noah and his wife; 81 pieces.
Provenance
Titus Geesey Collection, Pennsylvania.
Condition
Some losses, cracks, loose boards; all consistent with age and use.
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.