拍品 344
- 344
An impressive malachite and gilt-bronze centrepiece, probably Russian, circa 1840
估價
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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描述
- bronze, gilt, malachite
- height: 61.5cm, 24 1/4 in.; width of base: 38cm, 15in.; diameter of bowl: 34cm, 13 3/8 in.
the flared circular bowl resting in pierced husk and palmette mounts held aloft by a pair of addorsed figures of kneeling Moors, a flaming urn between, the base applied with plaques cast with classical scenes in relief, the rounded ends with masks, unmarked
Condition
The patina on the figures is very worn. Wear to the gilding.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
A nearly identical centrepiece is illustrated, A. M. Massinelli, The Gilbert Collection: Hardstones, Philip Wilson, London, 2000, p. 203.