Two Italian Alabaster Sculptures
Sale 1269 - Hindman Collections
Lots Open
Jul 17, 2023
Lots Close
Jul 31, 2023
Timed Online / Chicago
Estimate
$200 -
$400
Sold for $158
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Two Italian Alabaster Sculptures
Early 20th Century
depicting Rebecca at the Well and Shepherdess with Sheep, each numbered on the base and with inscribed details of title and manufacture; the first further inscribed Prof. Caradossi / Florenz / Made in Italy, the second electrified.
Height of taller 25 1/2 inches.
Height of taller 25 1/2 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Property from a Michigan Collector
Condition Report
In overall fine and stable condition. Both with light scratching throughout and scattered chips to bases, with dust and surface residue to recessed areas. Shepherdess with light chipping to fingers and numbered to underside. Rebecca with repair to right wrist. Urn lid is not attached, and base of urn is not anchored to wall in any way, resulting in areas of light scratching and rubbing to both surfaces. Shepherdess lamp was not tested at the time of cataloguing and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Hindman does not warranty the current or future functionality of lamps.
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