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A pair of large Napoleon III rococo style gilt-bronze vases of the Triumph of Neptune circa 1870
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- height 33 1/2 in.; width 23 in.
- 85 cm; 58.5 cm
each centered by a cartouche depicting an offering to the god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite, flanked by male sea-creatures blowing conqueshell, the vase supported by three young tritons emerging from seaweeds and reeds.
Condition
Overall in good condition. The vases are sturdy. As visible in the catalogue illustration, there are some scratches and tarnishing around the base. Some other traces of tarnishing to the two vases, mostly to high relief of molded details but mostly to figural handles.
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.
Catalogue Note
The multiples scenes within the cartouche of the present vase depict the Triumph of Neptune. The nereid Amphitrite, daughter of Nerus, escape and refuse Neptune's advances, but the later sent dolphins after her in order to persuade the beautiful nereid to return and become his bride.