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A pair of Italian chinoiserie and 'a merletto' lacquered and parcel-gilt caskets, Venetian mid 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- paint, poplar, pine
- each 8cm. high, 16cm. wide, 14cm. deep; 3in., 6¼in., 5½in.
each of serpentine form, decorated with a reclining oriental figure with a parasol, the whole decorated with lacework, scrolls, rocaille and foliage above a shaped apron on bracket feet, the underside painted red and with the number 270
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Some very minor losses to parcel -gilt decoration and very minor retouching. Attractive cracquelure. Attractively decorated. Minor discolouration of varnish.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
Saul Levy, Lacca Veneziane Settecentesche, Vol. II, Milan, 1967, Tav. 449, for two chinoiserie lacquered caskets with the `a merlotto' decoration (Coll. conte G.F. Longoni). The `a merletto' decoration on the offered pair of caskets in imitation of Venetian lacework is extremely rare, more often found on larger pieces of furniture such as commodes and seat furniture.
Saul Levy, Lacca Veneziane Settecentesche, Vol. II, Milan, 1967, Tav. 449, for two chinoiserie lacquered caskets with the `a merlotto' decoration (Coll. conte G.F. Longoni). The `a merletto' decoration on the offered pair of caskets in imitation of Venetian lacework is extremely rare, more often found on larger pieces of furniture such as commodes and seat furniture.