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Paire de trophées d'armes en bois sculpté et doré, France, premier quart du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- wood
- 64 x 142 cm et 66 x 141 cm
- 25 1/4 in by 56 in and 26 by 55 1/2 in
sculptés de casques, glaives, sabres, piques, faisceaux, carquois, étendards et boucliers ; (quelques éléments détachés)
Condition
Illustration is accurate. Good overall condition. As visible on the illustration, the gilding is dirty. As visible too, there are some restorations and some cracks. A few ornaments are missing. Very rare model especially as a pair.
"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
Le dessin de ces trophées se rapproche de ceux créés en 1709 pour le vestibule bas de la Chapelle royale de Versailles (A. Marval, La Chapelle royale de Versailles, Paris, 2011, p. 284-285).