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FRENCH, 17TH CENTURYRELIQUARY CASKET |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- 32 x 37 x 18 cm ; 12 5/8 x 14 1/2 x 7 in.
gilt wood and glasswith an old label inscribed in ink: réparé en 1830 / remis et réparé. 1917 / par Mr E. RONDEST.
Condition
Overall in good condition with surface wear and dirt consistent with age. Wear to the gilding throughout. A few small losses, including to the bases of the colonettes at the corners. Several chips, splitting, and minor evidence of non-active worming. Restoration and losses to the surmounting putto. Some of the urn-finials are black-ish, probably replaced. Slides open at the back, cloth inside.
"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."