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A LARGE ITALIAN SILVER-GILT CHALICE, BARTOLOMEO BORONI, ROMA, CIRCA 1740, WITH THE COAT-OF-ARMS OF BISHOP CHIGI ZONDADARI | A large Italian silver-gilt chalice, Bartolomeo Boroni, Roma, circa 1740, with the coat-of-arms of Bishop Chigi Zondadari
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 27.8 cm high, 807 g ; 10 15/16 in. high, 28oz 16dwt
the base decorated with three sitted putti holding Veronique's veil, whips and a square box, the knot decorated with three groups of two cherubs, the cup decorated with dice, nails, and the cartel INRI, engraved under the base with the Bishop armorials
Condition
In overall good condition, some scratches on the gilt cup. Two small holes above cherub 'heads on the stem base. Marks near one cherub holding a box. Nice 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."