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An Italian scagliola top, attributed to Carlo Polenti, Florence, early 19th century

Alternate Warehouse

Lot Closed

September 26, 01:31 PM GMT

Estimate

3,000 - 5,000 EUR

Lot Details

Description

of circular shape, depicting in the centre Chronos on a dragon-drawn chariot, surrounded by scrolling foliage, inset in a later ash wooden frame and base, with one frieze drawer above three supports mounted with gilt-bronze, joined by a triangular plinth, first half 19th century

73.5cm high, 71cm diameter; 29in., 28in.

top only: 60cm diameter; 23 1/2in.

Purchased during a visit to Italy by Eric (1786-1848) and Aimée (1791-1855) Grand d'Hauteville in 1820;

Christie’s, London, European Noble & Private Collections Including Fine Tapestries Part I, 30 September 2014, lot 45.

F. Grand d’Hauteville, Le Château d’Hauteville, Lausanne, 1932, pp. 168 and 169 (in situ).

Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers is not applicable to this lot.

The export of this property from Italy (including to other Member States of the European Union), as well as export from the European Union, may be subject to one or more export or import licenses being granted by competent authorities. Please note that potential delays may apply due to this procedure.

L'esportazione di questa proprietà dall’Italia (anche verso altri Stati membri dell'Unione Europea), così come l'esportazione dall'Unione Europea, potrebbe essere soggetta al rilascio di una o più licenze di esportazione o importazione. Si prega di notare che questa procedura potrebbe comportare dei ritardi.