Аукцион Bidspirit | Large European Hand-Painted Carnival Musician

Large European Hand-Painted Carnival Musician Lady - Large-scale earthenware figural sculpture of a woman playing a mandolin. Dates from late 19th to early 20th century. Hand-painted with attached strings on mandolin (note some strings loose/broken). Woman is dressed in festive ruffled dress, pointed hat, fishnet fingerless gloves and necklace, appearing to be a theatre or carnival performer. Craftsmanship is consistent with Austrian, German and Bohemian ceramic studios of the period, meaning this piece was likely made in Continental Europe. Condition as pictured, note head has been reattached, some mandolin strings loose/broken, exposed earthenware on front of hat where piece broke off, and minor surface scuffs. Overall sits beautifully despite flaws. Measures approx. 15.5” L x 16.5” Deep x 36” H from bottom of feet to top of hat. Weighs approx. 28 lbs. Prospective buyers are advised to make special considerations for pickup. Condition: Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging/use. Request Condition Reports via email or telephone in advance of the auction. Any condition report verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The buyer is expected to be the expert. Country of origin, material is not guaranteed. Credit or Debit Card payments by New Buyers of high value items, gold, or silver will not be accepted; instead, form of payment must be cash, cashier's check, money order, or electronic funds transfer. // Registration, bidding, and participation in this auction constitute the bidder?s electronic acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, forming a legally binding contract enforceable under applicable law.