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An Italian gilt-bronze inkpot, Roman circa 1820
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- metal
- inkpot: 5cm. high, pavilion 11.5cm. high, obelisk 17cm. high, medallion 16cm. high, 13cm. wide, instands 5cm. high
in the form of the Temple of Vesta, on a stepped marble base, together with an Italian mottled liver, grey and white marble model of a Roman bath, Roman, circa 1880 with a ram's mask handle on each side on paw feet, together with an Italian marble model of a funerary monument, Roman, circa 1840 inscribed Ciaus Caestius, together with a gilt-bronze-mounted rosso antico medallion depicting a head on a lapis lazuli ground (not illustrated) together with an Italian white marble inkpot and sander of square form carved with military trophies, circa 1790 (not illustrated)
Condition
The two hardstone inkwells with chips and rubbing to decoration. The Temple of Vesta inkwell lacking a lid. The other items in good order.
"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."