Lot 565
  • 565

Attributed to Giovanni Sole Italian, Early 20th Century AN ITALIAN INTARSIA AND INTAGLIA FRUITWOOD TILT-TOP TABLE SORENTO, CIRCA 1920

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Attributed to Giovanni Sole
  • height 31 in.; diameter 31 3/4 in.
  • 78.5cm; 79.5cm
of circular form, the top centered by a medallion depicting Apollo in his chariot, within an elaborate border of foliate strapwork design and raised on tripartite supports. 

Literature

Sorrento Intarsia, Museum and Crafshop, Electa Napoli, 1999.

Condition

Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks consistent with age and use. Slight lifting and losses to veneer including a loss of approximately 1in along the border under the top. Some chips and cracking to veneer around feet.
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.
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Catalogue Note

A similar table with the figure of Apollo, attributed to Giovanni Sole circa 1930, is illustrated in A. Fiorentino, Sorrento Intarsia: Museum and Craftshop, Electa Napoli, 1999, page 93.