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A PAIR OF BRONZED AND POLYCHROME TERRACOTTA BUSTS OF A NUBIAN WOMAN AND BEDOUIN MAN, AFTER RUDOLF THIELE (GERMAN, 1856-1930), LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height: 22 in., width 14 in., depth 11 in.
- 56 cm., 35.5 cm, 30.5 cm
the woman inscribed Thiele and numbered 1469 underneath; the man inscribed 89 A. Mereller (?)
Provenance
Christie's London, October 2, 1997, lot 353
Condition
Chips to painted head and shoulder fabric especially on the male. Each with a random house paint drop on the back. Otherwise minor abrasions commensurate 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.