PF1212

/

Lot 165
  • 165

Grand gobelet en argent aux armes du marechal Berthier par Louis-Joseph Thomas, Paris, 1804-1809

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Grand gobelet en argent aux armes du marechal Berthier par Louis-Joseph Thomas, Paris, 1804-1809
  • Haut. 9,8 cm,
uni, à fond plat, gravé aux grandes armes du maréchal Berthier timbrées d'une couronne princière, sous la base et, postérieurement sur l'autre face, du chiffre BC

the plain body engraved with the arms of Maréchal Berthier and on the other side and under the base with monogram BC, the monogram on the other side later engraved

Condition

In overall good condition. Fully marked.
"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

Louis-Alexandre Berthier (1753-1815), major général de la Garde Nationale protégea la famille royale en 1789. Chef d'état-major de l'armée d'Italie en 1796, il s'empare de Rome en 1798 et procéda à l'arrestation du pape Pie VI.