拍品 747
  • 747

AN ITALIAN SILVER SOUP TUREEN, COVER AND STAND, MAKER'S MARK 'GGC' UNRECORDED, NAPLES, CIRCA 1760 |

估價
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
招標截止

描述

  • 33cm., 13in. over handles
the two-handled circular bombe bodies applied with vacant armorial cartouches, on four scrolling supports headed with applied foliage, detachable two-handled liner, the double-domed cover embossed with reeded borders intermittently applied with scrolling rocaille ornament, the finial cast in three-parts as a parcel-gilt cauliflower, the stand of plain shaped circular form with reeded rim

Condition

The underside of the tureen fully and clearly marked. The stand also fully marked but heavily rubbed. The cover and liner with later control marks only. Both cartouches to the body have been erased (although not at all thin) and both previously were engraved with cornets above. The finial unmarked but well cast. Nice heavy gauge. Good condition overall.
"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."