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Pompei Workshop Italian, Castelli, circa 1540
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Albarello
- maiolica
- 19.2cm., 7 1/2 in. high
- Pompei Workshop Italian, Castelli, circa 1540
of Orsini-Colonna type, inscribed in blue 'Conf:Amech'
Provenance
Sotheby's Milan, 11th-12th June 1997, lot 350
Condition
In generally good condition;
There is typical nibbled glaze loss to rims, and some scattered flakes to the body. The foot has a chip with traces of enamel
"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
Conf:Amech, or Hamech, confectio, was a purgative preparation, reputedly named after an Arab physician of the name Hamech. Compounded from colocynth, scammony, agaric, senna leaves, rhubarb and other ingredients.