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Heurtoir hispano-mauresque monumental en bronze , Catalogne, XVIe/XVIIe siècle
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Heurtoir hispano-mauresque monumental en bronze
- Haut. 34cm; Diam. 29 cm
- Height 13 1/4 in; diam 11 1/2 in
La large poignée circulaire de section facettée, fixée à une platine circulaire dentelée, à motifs ponctués en repoussé, ajourée de l'écusson de Barcelone, en forme de losange, l'ensemble relié par une tête de dragon stylisé à l'extrémité d'une tige lancéolée creuse; monté sur un panneau en bois clair.
Condition
Surface shows oxydation and rust allover with a few chips. Minor lacks to the edges of the backshield. Overall good condition. Fixed to a modern wooden plate.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Le dragon, un animal fabuleux, présent dans l'imaginaire et l'iconographie de différentes civilisations. On constate sa présence sur des murs de villes ou des portes de citadelles ou sur des carreaux de revêtements. Dragon protecteur, à signification cosmique ou astrologique, ou simplement décoratif, il peut jouer différents rôles selon le contexte. Dans le cas présent, son utilisation est probablement liée à sa valeur apotropaïque. Un heurtoir hispano-mauresque similaire à motif de dragon, a été présenté en vente Sotheby's, Arts of Islamic World, Londres, 1 avril, 2009, lot 76