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A VICTORIAN SILVER-PLATED MODEL OF A DIGNITARY RIDING AN ELEPHANT, ELKINGTON & CO. OF BIRMINGHAM, CIRCA 1870 |
估價
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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描述
- applied with Department of Science and Art/Elkington plaque underneath the dignitary
- silver-plate
- height 14 1/4 in.
- 36.2 cm
electrotype, modeled as an elephant surmounted by a detachable dignitary seated on a pillow and a driver holding an ax and arrows
Condition
plating rubbed at high spots so copper base is visible, the driver needs bolts tightened and is a bit loose, otherwise good condition with a few minor dings
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.
拍品資料及來源
From 1853 to 1899, the British government operated the Science and Art Department under the leadership of Henry Cole to promote education in art, science, technology and design. Elkington owned the patent to the electrotype process, which made faithful copies of original objects, and were licensed to bring international examples of the greatest items ever made to a wider audience. The plaques were applied to electrotypes made by Elkington that were officially approved of by the Department.