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A PAIR OF GILT-BRONZE CHENETS, ITALIAN WORK, SECOND HALF 18TH CENTURY ATTRIBUTED TO FRANCESCO LADATTE |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze
- Haut. 31,5 cm., larg. 39 cm. ; Height 12 1/4 in., width 15 1/2 in.
with large foliate scrolls and a child with a hat ; (the irons missing)
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. The gilding is slightly rubbed and tarnished. One child is slightly loose. The irons at the back are missing. Very nice quality of gilding and chasing. Rare model.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The Rocaille ornaments and the quality of chasing need to be compared to the famous gilt-bronze elements from the casket and its stand made in Turin circa 1745 by P. Piffetti, G.P. Venasca and Francesco Ladatte. The casket is now in the collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum of London.