- 814
A large Italian silver owl, Mario Buccellati, 3rd quarter 20th century
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- signed underneath tailfeathers M. BUCCELLATI and marked on top of rightmost tail feather 925
- silver
- height 19 1/2 in.
- 49.5 cm
realistically modeled, with eyes of faceted tiger-eye
Provenance
Purchased by Mr. Diaz in 2000.
Condition
some tailfeathers slightly dented out of place, otherwise good, nice character and impressive size
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.
Catalogue Note
An almost identical owl, slightly smaller and with amethyst eyes, was sold Christie's, New York, October 22, 2014, lot 64.