Lot 18 A PAIR OF MOTTLED PINK MARBLE PEDESTALS, PROBABLY ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURY

A PAIR OF MOTTLED PINK MARBLE PEDESTALS, PROBABLY ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURY

of columnar form, on turned and square bases
105cm. high; 3ft. 5¼in.

Condition Report:
Overall the condtion of the marble is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are some patches of fill to both columns in areas, where open veins appear to have been filled. There are some chips and minor losses to the bottom edges of both column and to the edges of the turned bases. There are further small chips to the edges and corners of the square bases. There is a larger loss to the corner of one of the bases.

"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:
HOK Fine Art, Dublin, 17 June 2004, lot 377