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A French silver bronze figure of Xeres, by Charles Gumery (1827-1871) for Christofle, Paris, 1870
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- A French silver bronze figure of Xeres, by Charles Gumery (1827-1871) for Christofle, Paris, 1870
- bronze argenté
- 70 cm high, 27 1/2 in.
on a red marble column applied with two ox heads and a gilt bronze cartouche engraved: Ministère de l'Agriculture et du Commerce, Concours Régional Agricole, Laval, 1870, Prix Culture 1ère Catégorie, Propriétaire Exploitant Mr.. A
Condition
In an over-all good condition, needs a good cleaning, the silver-plated statute needs to be correctly re-fixed
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.