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A Roman micromosaic circular plaque 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- glass, marble, wood
- diameter of the plaque 18 in.; height of table 21 3/4 in.
- 45.5 cm; 55.5 cm
centered by a roundel showing St. Peter's Square within a malachite border, and surrounded by six ovals depicting the Temple of Vesta, St. Angel Castle and the Tiber bridge, the Pantheon, the Arch of Titus, the Arch of Janus Quadrifrons and the Colosseum within a lapis lazulis border decorated with six doves. Now mounted as a low circular table.
Condition
Overall in good condition. As stated in the catalogue, the micromosaic is set on a later gueridon. LIght scratches to black marble and the tessarae with visible traces of dirt between them as expected from age.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.