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A WALNUT MOTHER-OF-PEARL, ELEPHANT IVORY AND BOVINE BONE INLAID TABLE, VENETIAN, FIRST HALF 17TH CENTURY |
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 79,5 cm, larg. 117 cm, prof. 74,5 cm ; Height 31 1/3 in., width 46 in., depth 29 1/3 in.
the top with foliate scrolls, masks and birds, men's profiles in medallions, the central oval cartouche with three armed children; (the lower part probably later)
Literature
A. Gonzáles-Palacios, Il gusto dei principi. Arte di corte del XVIIe del XVIII secolo, Milan, 1993, vol. 1, p. 336 (studied), vol. 2, p. 297, fig. 592 (illustrated) Related literature:
A. Gonzáles-Palacios, Il gusto dei principi. Arte di corte del XVIIe del XVIII secolo, Milan, 1993, vol. 1, pp. 335-336, vol. 2, p. 293-297, fig. 584-592
A. Gonzáles-Palacios, Il gusto dei principi. Arte di corte del XVIIe del XVIII secolo, Milan, 1993, vol. 1, pp. 335-336, vol. 2, p. 293-297, fig. 584-592
Condition
The illustration is quite accurate. See also detail on Title page. The top with a horizontal shrinkage split on the center which has been partly filled in and previously restored (traces of patched elements). There are also some minor cracks on the top. Some ivory elements are missing. The top with extensive marks and scratches, also with patina and dust of the ages. As described, the base probably later, the inlaid quite similar to the top. The timber slightly different. Minor chips and dents on the base .
"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
Our table was reviewed by Alvar Gonzáles-Palacios in his study Il gusto dei principi. Arte di corte del XVIIe del XVIII secolo (Milan, 1993, vol. 1, p. 336, vol. 2, p. 297, fig. 592). The essay entitled « Un mistero veneziano » establishes in the first instance a relation between a group of several tables and caskets and an anonymous workshop. Then, the present table is described: unlike the first group mainly inspired by Islamic patterns, its decoration is much more European and directly influenced by Renaissance features such as leave scrolls, grotesque masks and Antiquity profiles in medallions, suggesting perhaps northern engravings as models.
Among the most outstanding Italian trestle tables, let’s note the one sold in « Treasures » sale, Sotheby's, London, 6 July 2010, lot 4, from the former collection of Francesco Maria II della Rovere, Duke of Urbino (1549-1631).
Among the most outstanding Italian trestle tables, let’s note the one sold in « Treasures » sale, Sotheby's, London, 6 July 2010, lot 4, from the former collection of Francesco Maria II della Rovere, Duke of Urbino (1549-1631).