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A FRENCH NAPOLEONIC PRISONER-OF-WAR BONE MODEL OF A MAN-OF-WAR, EARLY 19TH CENTURY |
估價
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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描述
- height of ship 8 3/4 in., width 10 in.; case 10 1/2 x 13 in.
- 22 cm, 25.5 cm; 26.5 x 33 cm
in a straw marquetry case with mirrored interior
來源
Christie's London, June 26, 2013, lot 739
Condition
Straw work case: very minor loss at top and one side, very minor loss interior left door, good overall uniform fading, mirrored interior has losses to silvering on back panel. Ship Model: rigging mostly in tact, though one third broken due to age. Both life boats no longer properly suspended.
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.