A SEVRES BISCUIT PORCELAIN GROUP OF THE THREE GRACES CARRYING CUPID (LES TROIS GRACES PORTANT L'AMOUR), CIRCA 1768
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A SEVRES BISCUIT PORCELAIN GROUP OF THE THREE GRACES CARRYING CUPID (LES TROIS GRACES PORTANT L'AMOUR), CIRCA 1768
after Boucher, the scantilly draped and garlanded figures kneeling and standing supporting Cupid, his quiver of arrows at their feet, on a circular base, incised B for Bachelier to the upper part of the base
24.5 cm. high, 9⅝ in.
Condition Report:
Generally in good order. There is a faint crack to the right shin of the central figure which extends partly to the drapery either side of her leg. This is likely to be from the time of manufacture. The applied flower garlands have a few scattered minute chips but are in generally good order. There is a minor firing crack to the ribbon of the quiver on the base to one end and theother end of the ribbon is chipped. The figure would benefit from cleaning.
"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."
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A SEVRES BISCUIT PORCELAIN GROUP OF THE THREE GRACES CARRYING CUPID (LES TROIS GRACES PORTANT L'AMOUR), CIRCA 1768
after Boucher, the scantilly draped and garlanded figures kneeling and standing supporting Cupid, his quiver of arrows at their feet, on a circular base, incised B for Bachelier to the upper part of the base
24.5 cm. high, 9⅝ in.
Condition Report:
Generally in good order. There is a faint crack to the right shin of the central figure which extends partly to the drapery either side of her leg. This is likely to be from the time of manufacture. The applied flower garlands have a few scattered minute chips but are in generally good order. There is a minor firing crack to the ribbon of the quiver on the base to one end and theother end of the ribbon is chipped. The figure would benefit from cleaning.
"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."
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