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A NAPOLÉON III PAIR OF PORCELAIN AND GILDED BRONZE MOUNTS BASKETS |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 22 cm, long. 37 cm, prof. 24 cm ; height 8 2/3 in., length 14 1/2 in., width 9 1/2 in.
the gilded bronze mounts adorned with vine branches, garlands of flowers and busts of women, the catches with rolling acanthus, the openworked porcelain baskets decorated with flowers, each bearing an apocryphal mark of Sèvres
Condition
The photograph is slightly too dark, especially on the printed catalogue. As visible on the image, the ribbon knot retaining the garland on the right basket is broken and missing. Porcelain and gilt-bronzes in good overall condition otherwise.
"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."