- 34
South German, 17th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 EUR
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Description
- Young Girl and young boy seated
- ivory ; on ebonized wooden bases
- Haut. (totale) 14,5 cm; height (overall) 5 2/3 in.
reposent sur des socles en bois et représentent un couple d'enfants assis ; (accidents et manques)
Condition
Fairly good condition overall with wear to the surface and surface dirt consistent with age and handling. The two ivory statuettes with hairline fissures consistent with the material. The two hands of the Young Girl are missing and her proper right foot is partly missing. The proper right hand and foot of the Young Boy are partly missing. The fingers of his proper left hand are partly missing and his proper upraised right arm reattached with some stain of glue visible along the fracture. A few dents are visible along the edges of the ebonized wooden bases.
"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."