A PAIR OF JAPANNED TOLE OBELISKS TOGETHER WITH A PAIR OF PENWORK OBELISKS, 19TH CENTURY

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A PAIR OF JAPANNED TOLE OBELISKS TOGETHER WITH A PAIR OF PENWORK OBELISKS, 19TH CENTURY

(tole obelisks) height 12 ½ in.; width 4 ½ in.; depth 3 in.
31.8 cm; 11.4 cm; 7.6 cm

Condition Report:
A few small chips, fading and staining to surfaces on tole obelisks. A few small losses and flaking to surface decoration on penwork obelisks, visible in online catalogue photos.

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.

Provenance:
Alistair Sampson, London (penwork obelisks)

Kentshire, New York (tole obelisks)