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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | Pair of grandes Colombes de Zayneb
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Pair of grandes Colombes de Zayneb
- 21 x 23 x 9 cm ; 8 1/4 x 9 3 1/2 in.
2002marble and gilt metalMonogrammed FXL and numbered 4/8 A and 4/8 B under the tail
Condition
Very good overall condition. The marble presents with a few extremely rare and light scratches, and one dove presents with a few light soiling traces, consistent with age and use. The head can rotate. The beak of one dove has been broken and restored, and a hariline crack is stil visible upon close inspection. There are a few minute glue remnants on the neck of one dove, only visible upon close-inspection.
"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."