Lot 629
  • 629

AN ITALIAN MAIOLICA ARMORIAL SLENDER ALBARELLO, CIRCA 1600 |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • 30cm., 11 7/8 in. high
perhaps Sicilian Trapani, painted with a coat of arms within a cartouche and a robbiana band,

Condition

In generally good appearance. There is a bruise chip to the body just above the armorial with associated hairline cracks. There is a fine network of faint glaze crazing cracks to the body. Some minor scattered glaze flakes.
"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

An albarello painted with the same coat of arms was sold at Bonhams, London, 7th December 2017, lot 119. The arms have yet to be identified in the literature and may be fictitious.