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A PAIR OF ST. JAMES (CHARLES GOUYN FACTORY) WHITE PORCELAIN FIGURES OF A HURDY-GURDY PLAYER AND A DANCING GIRL, CIRCA 1750 |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- he 15.5cm., 6 1/8 in. high, she 14.7cm., 5 3/4 in. high
standing before tree stumps, he wearing a feathered hat, his hair en-queue, holding the instrument in both hands, she in dancing pose holding up the corners of her apron, her skirt with a fringed hem, upon small rectangular bases,
Condition
The female figure has old repair to her waist, which was already visible in the 1972 Burlington Magazine illustration. The figure also has professional restoration at her finger tips and the upper edges of her skirt. The male figure in very good condition and appearance, no condition issues noted.
"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."