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AN ITALIAN PIETRA DURA PANEL LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- hardstones, beechwood, gilt
- height with frame 18 1/4 in.; width with frame 22 3/4 in.
- 46.5 cm; 58 cm
in a giltwood frame
Provenance
Flemming Kjaer, Copenhagen
Condition
Very attractive hardstone specimens employed, notably the agates used on the birds bodies and feathers. Yellowing to glue around stones but does not detract. The black ground is good although there are some very minor marks and scratches. Good quality. Some chips to the gilt gesso frame. Would benefit from a clean. Lovely quality. Please see images of reverse which is nice. Frame associated.
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.