Lot 734
  • 734

COPPIA DI SALIERE DORATE E NIELLATE, ISCRITTE SUL FONDO "A.CORTELAZZO DI VICENZA FECE ANNO 1874"

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • cm 10 x 13,5 x 6; gr 450
a conchiglia sagomata con teste di animale mitologico, dorate all'interno, dorate e niellate all'esterno, il piede sagomato, rette da delfini con cartigli dorati, le prese una in forma di sirena, l'altra di tritone legati entrambi da draghi



 



 

Condition

La saliera con la presa in forma di Tritone in buonissime condizioni generali, con minimi segni di usura e lievissime ammaccature. Quella con la presa in forma di sirena con danni alla vite centrale che tiene insieme il piede ed il corp. alcune dita della mano della sirena mancanti. The salt cellar with the triton handle in very good conditions, with minor wear and very small schratches and bruises. The one with Mermaid handle has the central screw damaged and some of the mermaid fingers broken
"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."