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Two Italian carved walnut caskets, 16th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- walnut
- each: 29cm. high, 57cm. wide, 27cm. deep; 11½in., 1ft. 10½in., 10½in. the other: 24cm. high, 50cm. wide, 27cm. deep; 9½in., 1ft. 7¾in., 10½in.
each with a rectangular hinged lid, one with rectangular mouldings on paw front feet, the other applied with flowerheads
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Both have old minor marks chips and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage.The feet on the first casket are probably later and the paw feet show traces of gilding. The second one is lacking its lockplate internally and there is a restored crack in the top and also old worm damage. Its possibly that the lid and base are associated. Three of the flowerheads look later replacements.
"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."