- 27
Italian, probably Ferrarra, early 16th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- casket with reliefs of Marcus Attilius Regolus in the nailed barrel, a Roman horseman crossing a fire, Lucretia and Judith
gilt wood with applied rice pastiglia, with a cloth lining
Condition
Overall the condition of the casket is good. There is wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling. There are losses to the pastiglia along the top of the reliefs, edges of the lid and underside and the legs. A section of the handle and the top section of the lock on the interior is lost. There are several stable fissures to the pastiglia, particularly around the areas where the wood core is jointed. The interior and underside are lined with a discoloured fabric.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This type of casket has been described as Venetian, Paduan and Sienese but is now thought to be from a Ferrarese workshop. The decoration in lead rice paste was produced in a mould and then applied by glue to the casket. Although the production appears to have been plentiful, the very nature of the material of which the caskets are made has prevented many to survive.
RELATED LITERATURE
Pastiglia Boxes, Hidden Treasures of the Italian Renaissance from the Collections of the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica Rome, exh.cat. Lowe Art Museum, Miami, 2002, nos. VIII and XIV