A Du Paquier armorial trembleuse beaker and stand, circa 1730

each piece twice painted with the mantled arms of Cardinal Neri Maria Corsini, within black and gilt Baroque borders, the interior of the trembleuse gallerie painted in black with the Baron Butz-von-Rolsberg coat-of-arms, the base brilliantly painted in black on alternating green and purple grounds with trellis, foliate and strapwork borders

fine condition
"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."

Neri Maria Corsini (1685-1770) was an Italian nobleman, created Cardinal in 1730 by his uncle Pope Clement XI. He played a central role in the most important political intrigues involving the papacy. He held several official position in the Roman Curia, including secretary to the Congregation of the Inquisition. His remains are in the Corsini Chapel in the Basilica of St John Lateran.

The Butz von Rolsberg family was an Austrian family, whose known ancestor was recorded in 1419 as an Imperial Captain. They were created knight on 23 August 1694, barons in Hungary on 30 November 1734 and barons in Austria on 3rd July 1781. Their coat-of-arms can be found on the pilgrimage Church of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, a late baroque church in South Bohemia which they commissioned in 1787-1789.