Lot 135
  • 135

Italie du Nord, probablement Turin, XVIe siècle Mortier

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • Mortier
  • bronze à patine brune
  • 17,5 x 18,5 cm; 6 4/5 by 7 1/3 in.
décors de mascarons, chimères et boucliers avec une frise de feuilles d'acanthes et rinceaux en partie basse, une autre de fleurs et rubans noués en partie haute. 

Provenance

Ancienne collection Frédéric Spitzer; et par descendance.

Condition

Very good condition overall. A few knocks and casting flaws to the foot, some deposit and dirt inside the mortar.
"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

Ce mortier présente comme décor supérieur la représentation du collier, nœuds de lacs et roses, de l’Ordre suprême de la Très Sainte Annonciade fondé en 1362 par le Comte Vert Amédée VI de Savoie.