Decorative Arts & Design

November 2025, 2021
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LOT 82

Lot 82

Pair of Derby Figures of Neptune and Venus, c.1765

Pair of Derby Figures of Neptune and Venus, c.1765
Lot 82 Details
Pair of Derby Figures of Neptune and Venus, c.1765

some condition noted
height 9.6 in — 24.4 cm; height 9.1 in — 23 cm
patch marks

Estimate $350-$500

Realised: $540
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Derby Figures of Neptune and Venus, c.1765
  • Pair of Derby Figures of Neptune and Venus, c.1765

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration to leading arm of both figures, each holding a shell (instead of a trident), also to both dolphin's tails and other minor restorations, including Venus' shawl; repair to cherub's arm at the shoulder; firing crack and possible restoration at shoulder of Neptune's robe; otherwise a few minor chips, cracks, repairs, etc.

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.