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Grande fontaine de table en argent par Gabriele Tortini, Milan, vers 1940
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Grande fontaine de table en argent par Gabriele Tortini, Milan, vers 1940
- Long. 67,4 cm , Haut. 30,8 cm, 8 350 g en tout ; 26 1/2 in long, 12 1/4 in high, 268oz 10dwt
de forme ovale, reposant sur quatre pieds en forme de putto chevauchant un dauphin, le plateau représentant une mer agitée sertie de crabes, coquillages et pieuvres, certains en vermeil, la vasque centrale reposant sur un bouquet d'algues et soutenue par deux faunes tenant un trident, le bord orné d'une femme, avec une installation électrique permettant de faire circuler l'eau
the oval basin resting on four feet shaped as putti riding dolphins, the stand representing a wavy sea with shell, crabs and seated octopuses, some gilt, the central basin resting on seaweed, a woman seated on the border, electrical fitting for pump
the oval basin resting on four feet shaped as putti riding dolphins, the stand representing a wavy sea with shell, crabs and seated octopuses, some gilt, the central basin resting on seaweed, a woman seated on the border, electrical fitting for pump
Condition
In overall good condition. Very tiny usual scratches and oxydation traces.
Impressive 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."