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A North Italian bronze inkstand and cover, dated 1571, Venice
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Dated 1571
- Bronze
- 10 7/8 in.; 27.6 cm.
light chocolate-brown patina beneath dark brown lacquer.
Condition
Minor dents, rubbing, and surface abrasions throughout. Verdegris. Loss to front of proper left side of plume surmounting helmet of finial figure. Interior of inkwell with remnants from fitting for an ink receptacle, with some cracking and losses. Bottoms of feet filed. Holes to center of chest of two of three satyrs supporting the well. One with pit to one side. Some other minor pitting and casting flaws.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
An inkwell with similar feet and acanthus design on the bowl is in the Robert Lehman Collection, the Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession number 1975.1.1373