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A pair of gilt-bronze and marble potpourri vases and covers Empire, first half 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- each 46cm. high.
each pierced domed cover with grape finial, the body cast and chiselled with dancing maenads, on high black and green variegated marble socle applied with masks, on bun feet
Condition
In overall good condition with some minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The gilding refreshed. One mask ornament slightly loose.
"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
A similar pair of vases in the Pilaster Room at Pavlovsk is illustrated in A. Kuchumov, Pavlovsk Palace and Park, St. Petersburg, 1975, no.201. Closely related vases sold Sotheby's Monaco, 3 March 1990, lot 175 (FF 83,250) and Sotheby's New York, 22 May 1997, lot 135 (US$ 21,850).