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A Spanish Colonial Silver-gilt Devotional Crown, probably Guatemalan, mid 17th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- diameter at base 5 1/2 in. (14cm)
pierced and chased with strapwork, enclosing five embossed female masks, and flat-chased with a pinecone or tree, a crescent moon face, a sun in splendor, eight pointed star and a fountain, also chased with the inscription AVE REGINA COELORUM AVE, apparently unmarked
Condition
several splits to base rim, othwerwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
See Cristina Esteras Martin: La Plateria en el Reino de Guatemala Siglos XVI-XIX, for two comparable crowns, pgs. 72, 78.