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Italian, Tuscany, 13th/ 14th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- dagger box with the arms of the Ronchivecci, Uberi, Scarlatti and Baldovini families
- polychromed gesso on a wood core with an iron lock and key, the inside lined with later dark green velvet with floral motives.
inscribed: CAR and GRA
Provenance
family collection of Jenny Zeberg, Antwerp, from before 1965 to 2004
Condition
Overall the condition of the box is good. There is wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. The box has several areas of repainting, including to both sides and the reverse. There are a few minor losses, including to the corners of the lid. The hinges were replaced: wood inserts are visible were an old pair of hinges was mounted.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
P. Lorenzelli and A. Veca (eds.), Tra/e. Teche, pissidie, confani e forzieri dall'Alto Medioevo al Barocco, exh. cat. Galleria Lorenzelli, Bergamo, 1985, pp. 87-88, pl. 88
P. Lorenzelli and A. Veca (eds.), Tra/e. Teche, pissidie, confani e forzieri dall'Alto Medioevo al Barocco, exh. cat. Galleria Lorenzelli, Bergamo, 1985, pp. 87-88, pl. 88