A pair of Continental serpentine columns

A pair of Continental serpentine columns,

serpentine marble, on a white marble plinth
H. (overall) 133,5 cm, (plinth) 31,5 cm ; 52⅓ in., 12 1/5 by 12 1/5 in.

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Paire de colonnes en marbre serpentine

marbre serpentine, sur une plinthe carrée en marbre blanc
H. (totale) 133,5 cm, (plinthe) 31,5 cm ; 52⅓ in., 12 1/5 by 12 1/5 in.

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Condition Report:
The columns are in fine condition. Nice color of the marble. There are some expected restorations particularly to the edges of tops and bases . Few chips on the white marble base.

"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."

Provenance:
Sotheby's New York, 9 November 2006, lot 104