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Ensemble de quatre flambeaux en argent par Johan Ignaz Wurth, Vienne, 1781, provenant du service Saxe-Teschen
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 EUR
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Description
- Ensemble de quatre flambeaux en argent par Johan Ignaz Wurth, Vienne, 1781, provenant du service Saxe-Teschen
Le dessin très original de ces flambeaux peut être rapproché des oeuvres de Jean-Charles Delafosse publiées en 1768.
- Haut. 30 cm , 6 862 g ; 11 3/4 in, 220oz 13dwt
chacun reposant sur une base ronde moulurée d'une frise de canaux, le fût en athénienne reposant sur trois pieds griffes enfermant un caducée, les supports à têtes de bêlier, gravés sous chaque base d'un numéro et d'un poids : N 22 - M 6 . 3 . 2 ; N 23 - M 6 . 2 . 3 ; N 25 - M 6 . 4 . 3 . 1 ; N 27 M 6 . 2 . 2
the circular base with fluted rim, the stem on three paw feet shaped as an athenian with ram head finials andwith caduceus inside
the circular base with fluted rim, the stem on three paw feet shaped as an athenian with ram head finials andwith caduceus inside
Provenance
see previous lot
Auction, Galerie Fischer, Luzerne, 6 May 1947, lots No. 26 & 27
Auction, Galerie Fischer, Luzerne, 6 May 1947, lots No. 26 & 27
Exhibited
Un flambeau identique est illustré dans Das Prunkservice des Herzogs Albert von Sachsen-Teschen, Vienne, 1010, p. 73 et dans Vienna Circa 1780 An Imperial Silver Service Rediscovered, Metropolitan Museum, 2010, p. 55.
Condition
In overall good condition, very good weight. Marks very legible on foot rims. Very fine design.
"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
Le dessin très original de ces flambeaux peut être rapproché des oeuvres de Jean-Charles Delafosse publiées en 1768.