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AN OVAL TORTOISESHELL, MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND GOLD PIQUÉ BOX, NAPLES, FIRST HALF 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 EUR
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Description
- tortoishell, gold, mother of pearl
- Haut. 6,5 cm., long. 16,5 cm., prof. 11,5 cm. ; Height 2 1/2 in., width 6 1/2 in., depth 4 1/2 in.
with velums, mascarons, figures and exotic animals; (minor accident to the border of the cover)
Literature
Related literature:
G. de Bellaigue, The James A. de Rothschild Collection at Waddesdon Manor, Furniture, Clocks and Gilt Bronzes, vol. II, London, 1974, pp. 827-844
A. Gonzáles-Palacios, Il tempio del gusto: La Toscana e l'Italia Settentrionale, vol. II, Milan, 1984, pp. 231-234
Various authors, L'arte della tartaruga: le opera dei Museu napoletani e la donazione Sbriziolo-De Felice, Naples, 1995
G. de Bellaigue, The James A. de Rothschild Collection at Waddesdon Manor, Furniture, Clocks and Gilt Bronzes, vol. II, London, 1974, pp. 827-844
A. Gonzáles-Palacios, Il tempio del gusto: La Toscana e l'Italia Settentrionale, vol. II, Milan, 1984, pp. 231-234
Various authors, L'arte della tartaruga: le opera dei Museu napoletani e la donazione Sbriziolo-De Felice, Naples, 1995
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. There are some losses to the mother-of-pearl cross on the cover. There are tiny losses to the lid and border leaves and scrolls. The border of the lid had been partly restored and two elements need to be refixed. Two tiny mother-of-pearl ring elements are missing to the border around the cracks. There are two tiny circular holes filled with tortoiseshell on the front of the box, above the sedan chair. Impressive box, with the extremely rare technique of gold piqué. Exquisite details. Utmost quality.
"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."