Decorative Arts Auction

December 05, 2016

LOT 279

Lot 279

Essevi Figure of a Girl and Mouse, Sandro Vacchetti, c.1935

Essevi Figure of a Girl and Mouse, Sandro Vacchetti, c.1935
Lot 279 Details
Essevi Figure of a Girl and Mouse, Sandro Vacchetti, c.1935

the frightened young woman perched on a bar stool, with knees drawn up, above a circular base, all painted in colours and gilt
minor condition noted
height 16.1" — 41 cm.
painted marks N430 / ESSEVI / ITALIA / P.R / M.D. S. VACCHETTI / TORINO, incised numerals 16-9

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $3,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Essevi Figure of a Girl and Mouse, Sandro Vacchetti, c.1935
  • Essevi Figure of a Girl and Mouse, Sandro Vacchetti, c.1935

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor chips to brim of hat (one restored); hairline crack at back of base; very small glaze chip to mouse’s ear; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 279
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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