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Coupe en porphyre noir à monture de bronze doré, travail probablement Italien de la fin du XVIIIème siècle
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze porphyry
- Haut. 32 cm, larg. 40 cm, prof. 28 cm
- Height 12 2/3 in; width 15 3/4 in; depth 11 in
les anses à figure de dragon, le piédouche rehaussé de feuillage aux angles, reposant sur un socle carré
Condition
The illustration is quite accurate.
The vase needs to be fixed properly on the stem.
As visible on the image, the gilding of the bronze mounts is a little rubbed and would benefit from a slight cleaning.
Porphyry in good condition overall, except inevitable very tiny edge chips.
Highly attractive object.
"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."