Lot 4
  • 4

A Faenza maiolica vase circa 1530

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • pottery
  • 31.5cm., 12½in.
of ovoid form with a broad neck. painted with a medallion of Fortitude standing by a column in a landscape against a brown ground painted in blue with a formal arrangement of dolphins and stylised acanthus foliage

Provenance

Sold at Sotheby's New York, 24 January 2008, lot 153

Condition

Typical chipping on rim and foot, the foot with some restorataion
"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."