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 typical small chips and restoration to the applied flowers and foliage. Minor wear to gilding and enamels. Some small typical firing cracks in the making. Further issues enumerated below.
America - Restoration to her left foot, the bottom of her cornucopia, a number of leaves and palm fronds, and the parrot's tail. The tip of the alligator's tail broken off and restuck. An X-shaped crack to the base running through the alligator's rump and chest, all emanating from a large firing crack (in the making) that runs at the back hem of her feathered cape. With scattered small chips to the applied flowers and foliage, including a larger chip to one leaf behind the horse.
Europe - Restoration to her left arm starting at the elbow, her left toes and right foot, to the top of her orb, crown, and scepter. Further restoration to the horse's ears, forelegs, tail, and a section of the reins. The globe restored through its pedestal base. Some firing cracks to the base in the making.
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