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A very rare Capodimonte cane handle circa 1750
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 6.8cm., 2¾in.
of baroque baluster form, moulded with four arched reserves each painted in enamels with exotic 'Oriental' figures, the top with a spray of flowers (gilding slightly rubbed)
Literature
L. Ginori Lisci, La Porcellana di Doccia, 1963, pl.13 (as Doccia)
F. Stazzi, L'arte della ceramica-Capodimonte, pls.156 and 157 (as Capodimonte)
Condition
gilding slightly rubbed
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"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
Erroneously attributed by Ginori Lisci to Doccia, another example of the model is illustrated by A. Carola-Perotti (ed.) Le Porcellane dei Borbone di Napoli, pl. 199, now firmly attributed to Capodimonte. The painting is probably by Caselli.