Lot 62

French Painted Terracotta Model of a Woman in Period Costume Playing the Harp

Estimate: $2,500 - $4,500
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Raised on a wooden plinth base.

4 ft. 3 in. x 25 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.

Condition

Layered painted surface, weathered condition over all. Left hand repaired with associated losses, two middle fingers on her right had are restored. Old restorations along the base with a small 1 1/2 in. loss on the back right corner. 13 1/2 in. age crack on the front right side of her skirt. Numerous losses and repairs to her costume, especially the skirt. In stable antique condition, beautiful patina. Charming model, well modeled. Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.