A set of three pietra dura and micromosaic plaques Rome, late 19th/early 20th century

the first depicting the Forum, the second depicting the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica, the third depicting St. Mark's, Venice.

The Collection of Gianni Versace, sold in these rooms, April 5, 2001, lot 120.

Overall good condition; the first with a small loss approximately 1/8 inch diameter to on inlaid stone; half of one inlaid stone lost; minor chips and wear to edges; the second with a very small loss to the edge and with a loss approximately 1/8 in diameter to the center of the micromosaic; very small chips and wear to the edges of the black marble; large shallow chip to underside of one edge; lacking gilt-metal banding and hanger; the last with an infilled chip to one inlaid stone to the base with infilling to the edge; shallow chips to the top edge and with minor chip and wear to the edges overall.
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.