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An Italian silver-gilt chalice, Lorenzo Petroncelli, Rome,1778-80
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 29.6cm, 11 1/2 in high
rocaille base fitted with three cherubs holding instruments of the Passion, flanking cartouches enclosing demi-figures of SS. Francis, Clare and Stephen, the knopped stem with winged cherub heads, the cup with repoussé calyx alternating with further cherub heads, conforming ornament on the chased baseplate
Provenance
Sold in these rooms, Alberto Bruni Tedeschi Collection, 21 March 2007, Lot 242.
Condition
marked on cup, calyx, stem, base and base plate, needs tightening on the stem fixing inside the foot which has later screw and possibly later plate, overall condition is pretty good, marks are clear, excellent chasing, nice piece
"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."