Lot Details
Lot 3445
Galle Faience Figure of a Hawk
Modeled in a perched position, in cobalt, amber, brown and white, with a black beak and talons. Height 12 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
Sold for $1,250 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
the black beak appears to be overpainted and consequently has possibly been overpainted; one set of talons has similar overpainting, also indicating possible restoration; otherwise, appears to be in good condition; not blacklighted
there is a raised signature on the underside: Emile Galle Nancy with a shield device containing a central double cross flaked by the letters "E" and "G."
there is also a paper retail label affixed to the underside from Leo Kaplan Ltd, NYC, which reads "Guaranteed Genuine."
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
there is a raised signature on the underside: Emile Galle Nancy with a shield device containing a central double cross flaked by the letters "E" and "G."
there is also a paper retail label affixed to the underside from Leo Kaplan Ltd, NYC, which reads "Guaranteed Genuine."
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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