- 120
Girard & Cuttler
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A fine three-fold screen
- with inlaid monogram
- 181cm. high by 159cm. wide;
- 5ft 9in., 5ft 2½in.
walnut, mahogany and satinwood, with elaborate stylised floral arches above an inlaid and pokerwork scene depicting galleons under full sail, on scroll feet
Literature
Valentino Brosio, Lo Stile Liberty, Milan, 1967, p. 89
Condition
A striking piece. The colour is less red than it appears in the catalogue illustration. Old marks and scratches overall, and some rubbing to edges. A number of cracks, particularly to reverse. Several old restorations, such as to the base of the left panel and top left corner of the right panel as can be seen in the catalogue illustration. Finish with wear in places. Would benefit from conservation. Elegant and unusual.
"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
Brosio illustrates an identical screen shown at the 1902 Turin Exhibition by the firm of Girard & Cuttler, furniture makers from Florence.