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A SET OF FIVE RESTAURATION GILT-BRONZE WINE COASTERS, CIRCA 1820 |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 5cm. high, 13.5cm. diameter, 2in., 5 1/4in.
cast with naturalistic vine leafs; each with an 'S' mark at centre
Provenance
Donna Fernanda Grifeo (1829-1902), daughter of Don Vincenzo, 8th Principe di Partanna and Donna Agata Gravina Principessa di Palagonia e Lercara
Her son, Don Francesco PaternĂ³ Castello (1850-1912), 9th Duca di Carcaci and 7th Barone di Placa e Bajana;
Thence by descent.
Her son, Don Francesco PaternĂ³ Castello (1850-1912), 9th Duca di Carcaci and 7th Barone di Placa e Bajana;
Thence by descent.
Condition
In overall good condition. Gilding with minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use. With a few marks of corrosion. Two coasters have their pierced gallery with one or two broken leaf branches.
"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."