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A pair of Italian 'Grand Tour' rosso antico obelisks, 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Marble
- each 96cm. high; 3ft. 1¾in.
one being a reduction of the Obelisco Lateranense in Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, transferred to Rome by the Emperor Constanzo and re-erected by Pope Sistus V in 1588; the other of the Obelisco Flaminio in Piazza del Popolo, the second oldest obelisk after the Lateransensis, transferred to Rome by Emperor Augustus, and re-erected by Pope Sixtus in 1589.
Provenance
The collection of Mr David and the Lady Pamela Hicks, until sold:
Sotheby's, Britwell House: the Contents of the House, 20-22 March 1979, lots 518 and 519 and illustrated on the cover.
Sotheby's, Britwell House: the Contents of the House, 20-22 March 1979, lots 518 and 519 and illustrated on the cover.
Condition
Overall in good condition. The obelisks are slightly loose. With very minor old marks, scratches and chips consistent with age and use.
"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."