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A Spanish Baroque iron-mounted bone-inlaid polychrome-painted walnut vargueño on stand late 16th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- bone, walnut, iron, oak
- height 61 1/2 in.; width 46 1/2 in.; depth 16 1/2 in.
- 156 cm; 118 cm; 42 cm
Provenance
By repute, Monastery de Santo Domingo de Silos
Condition
Base associated. Painted decoration is later, now with some rubbing and losses. Interior refitted. Velvet is worn so that foundation is visible. Old wood worm damage. One bone panel is lacking; others are lifting. Two bone columns are detached but present; one is lacking. Overall decoration is worn and bone with surface dirt and small losses. Carcasses with age cracks, nicks, dents, abrasions, and stains consistent with use and age. Interior drawers with small chips and losses to edges; occasional scratches, nicks, and abrasions.
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.