UNAPOLOGETICALLY IRIS: THE COLLECTION OF IRIS APFEL
AN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF EIGHT TOLE PEINTE FLOWER AND FOLIAGE GROUPS
PROBABLY ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURY
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Price Realised USD 6,048
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USD 1,000 - USD 1,500
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 13 Feb 2025
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AN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF EIGHT TOLE PEINTE FLOWER AND FOLIAGE GROUPS
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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.
The smaller groups in overall good condition. The 3 hyacinths with some minor loss to paint, mainly to tips of leaves and petals. All 3 seem to have 'ITALY' inscribed to underside of base. The tulips with minor losses to paint throughout, predominately on stems, leaves and petals. The base with applied mulch to simulate dirt. The lilies in overall good condition. Some minor losses to paint, mainly at stamens and stems. The monstera and large tree marked 'Made in Italy' to base. The tree with foam added to base.
All components generally dusty and would benefit from a thorough cleaning.
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Lot 21Sale 23911
PROBABLY ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURYAN ASSEMBLED GROUP OF EIGHT TOLE PEINTE FLOWER AND FOLIAGE GROUPSEstimate: USD 1,000 - 1,500
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