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An Italian carved veined green and cream marble vase, together with a scagliola faux prophyry stepped plinth late 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- the vase: 48cm. high, the plinth 35cm. high 42.5cm. wide, 32.5cm. deep; 1ft.7in, 1ft.1¾in. 1ft.1¾in., 1ft. 4¾.in., 1ft.1¾in
the reverse with a paper label inscribed in ink HOLZ-RELIEF 27, the other partially legible with the number 28 and in red an inventory number F617 and 618
Condition
The marble vase is dirty and would benefit from a light clean. Both handles have been restored but this has been very well executed and is not too noticeable. There are also some minor chips to the plinth base of the vase and an old restoration. There are chips to the scagliola base and some retouching and there are two rectangular recesses where there must have previously been a plaque, which are now missing. In overall good restored condition.
"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."