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An Italian oriental alabaster vase and cover, Roman, after the Antique 17th/18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- alabaster, bronze
- 52cm. high; 1ft. 8½in.
the cover with a later gilt-bronze pine cone finial, on a waisted socle and square base
Provenance
Previously in the Collection of Baroness Lazzaroni, Rome.
Sold Sotheby's, London, 8th December 1995, lot 36.
Sold Sotheby's, London, 8th December 1995, lot 36.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. There are three replaced sections to the rim of the cover, each approximately 3cm. wide. There are several chips to the inside of the cover. There are three small restored areas of infill to the body of the vase which have been very well executed. One corner of the base has been replaced. Small minor marks, chips and cracks throughout consistent with age and use. An attractive 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."