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Très grande aiguière couverte en argent, probablement Brésil, probablement vers 1770
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Très grande aiguière couverte en argent, probablement Brésil, probablement vers 1770
- Seule une autre aiguière de cette taille, appartenant au duc de Palmela, est, à notre connaissance, répertoriée à ce jour.
- on spreading foot, the spirally fluted body embossed with a frieze of leaves, the cover with flower shaped finial
- Haut. 58,2 cm, 4.032 gr. ; 23 1/2 in high, 129oz 13dwt
à côtes torses, reposant sur un piédouche, la partie basse repoussée d'une frise de feuilles flammées, le couvercle à prise formée de trois fleurs
Provenance
Galerie Jacques Kugel, Paris.
Condition
In overall good condition.
Only marked with French import marks for 20th century (charançon within a rectangle).
Exceptional size.
Good weight.
"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."