ITALIAN, VENICE, CIRCA 1820 | PAIR OF STYLISED BUSTS

ITALIAN, VENICE, CIRCA 1820
PAIR OF STYLISED BUSTS

Belgian black marble, with breccia polychrome marble drapery and lapis lazuli inlay, on red marble socles with gilt bronze mounts
65cm., 25⅝in. and 68cm., 26¾in. overall

Condition Report:
Overall the condition of the busts is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surfaces consistent with age. The busts are composed of sections, and stable original joints are slightly visible throughout. The man's lower button is lost, and there are small holes in the woman's ears for now-lost earrings. There are a few small chips, including to the woman's drapery at the proper left shoulder. There are a few stable open veins and fissures in the different marbles, and notably at the woman's proper right breast and the man's collar on his proper right side. There are a few areas of fill, such as at the man's proper left shoulder. There are a few minor surface scratches and abrasions.

"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."