The Estates of James Bisback & Jonny Kalisch

November 09, 2015

LOT 120

Lot 120

Pair of Staffordshire Pigeons on Nests, c.1860

Pair of Staffordshire Pigeons on Nests, c.1860
Lot 120 Details
Pair of Staffordshire Pigeons on Nests, c.1860

painted in red, on green and brown tufted grassy nests
some condition noted
length 8.3" — 21 cm.

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $553.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Firing cracks on both birds, restoration to one beak; otherwise in substantially good condition

LOT 120
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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.