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A LARGE CARVED IVORY STANDING CUP AND COVER
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- height 73.5cm, 28 7/8 in
South German, circa 1875
on circular base encircled by a frieze of frolicking bacchanal cherubs to a stem carved after Giambologna's marble, The Rape of the Sabine Women in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Piazza della Signoria, Florence, the deep beaker-shaped bowl with an animated group of women and children flanked by a winged youth (Fame or Opportunity) and Father Time, both trampling two unfortunate warriors above further cherubs, the detachable cover with a trumpet-blowing cherub seated on a dolphin above ten free-standing dancing and music-making infant bacchanals, in contemporary morocco leather case with red velvet lining
on circular base encircled by a frieze of frolicking bacchanal cherubs to a stem carved after Giambologna's marble, The Rape of the Sabine Women in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Piazza della Signoria, Florence, the deep beaker-shaped bowl with an animated group of women and children flanked by a winged youth (Fame or Opportunity) and Father Time, both trampling two unfortunate warriors above further cherubs, the detachable cover with a trumpet-blowing cherub seated on a dolphin above ten free-standing dancing and music-making infant bacchanals, in contemporary morocco leather case with red velvet lining
Condition
Excellent condition. We are unable to find any losses at all. The stem portion has been restored: the four support points (the Sabine Woman's arms and drapery) have been strengthened with new pins; this work has been done successfully and discreetly. There are some age cracks, less than would be expected, mostly to the body of the cup.
"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."