Lot 173
- 173
A large Russian porcelain figure of a young boy with a piece of fruit, Gardner Porcelain Manufactory, Verbilki, 1870s-1880s
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- height 14 5/8 in. (37 cm)
depicted standing, wearing a sailor's suit and peeling a piece of fruit, on tapering cylindrical base, with stamped iron red and impressed factory marks, also with impressed '140', possibly a model number
Condition
scattered accretions, one small inherent firing flaw visible at inner left knee
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.
Catalogue Note
For comparison, see Sotheby's New York, 14 June 1999, lot 157.