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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | Pigeons de Southampton I and II
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Pigeons de Southampton I and II
- 17 x 27 x 16 cm ; 6 5/8 x 10 5/8 x 6 1/4 in. ; 27 x 31,5 x 16,2 cm ; 10 5/8 x 12 3/8 x 6 3/8 in.
2007
bronze and zinc
Each monogrammed FXL, dated 2007 and numbered 2/8 B and 3/8 B under the tail and with foundry mark bocquel Fd. on the underside
Condition
Good overall condition. The surface presents with dust and light soiling. There are scattered minute oxidation stains and some instances of light wear. The standing pigeon with some more significant wear along the edge of the wing on approximately 6 cm revealing the original colour of the bronze. The surface presents with som irregularities, inherent to the making. There are a few dirt stains. The other pigeon with 3/8B inscribed with a pen on the underside.
"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."