20TH CENTURY

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.

Overall in sound condition and ready to place. The bronze with rubbing, light oxidation, and some slight loss to patination, particularly to the beast's heads on one example; with scattered nicks, surface scratches, and some casting imperfections that have worn through, including to the reverse of one of the beast's chest. The ormolu with typical rubbing and light oxidation. The faux lapis tops with surface scratching and lifting, one with a loss approximately 1 in. x 1 in. The tops fixed to the bases.