The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
There are the inevitable surface scratches and rubbed areas to the patinated and gilt-bronze elements due to age and handling. Some traces of verdigris to the patinated figure of Ariadne, especially near the head, the arms and to some points of the drapery. One gilt-bronze trimmings is missing under the proper left arm of Ariadne. Two rosettes above the lion paw feet are missing. The underside with number engraved ('99-05-09- 2977') and with some missing screws but the figure is held securely to the base. each foot with a later felt pad.
Very nice composition and highly decorative.
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