拍品 112
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A PAIR OF ITALIAN CARVED WOOD AND PASTIGLIA BROWN AND CREAM-PAINTED ARMCHAIRS PIEDMONTESE, CIRCA 1790 |
估價
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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描述
- painted timber, possibly pine
each with a square tapering drop-in padded back within a moulded frame, the top-rail surmounted by a flower motif between two crouching mice and classical foliage, the padded arms terminating in lion masks, above a bowed padded drop-in seat, the seat-rail carved with a vase motif, on fluted tapering legs carved with foliage and anthemions
來源
Most probably Castello di Masino, Caravino, Turin.
出版
RELATED LITERATURE R. Antonetto, Il Mobile Piemontese nel Settecento, vol. II, p. 159, nr. 33;
V.Viale, Mostra del Barocco Piemontese, 1961, pl.178b.
V.Viale, Mostra del Barocco Piemontese, 1961, pl.178b.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. They are structurally sound and sturdy, showing scattered evidence of old woodworm which does seem to be no longer active. Small losses to pastiglia, which do not detract, and some evidence here of re-touching, but largely original. Upholstery with signs of wear and would benefit from replacement according to taste.
"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
The present pair of armchairs was most probably part of an important suite of furniture at Castello di Masino, Caravino, Turin, (see Antonetto, p. 159) and believed to have been commissioned for this property, today part of Fondo Ambiente Italiano, but for ten centuries the main residence of the counts Valperga di Masino. Several other pieces of furniture decorated in the pastiglia di riso technique are at Masino commissioned during a refurbishment lead by Conte Carlo Francesco (1727-1811), who had a rich military, political and diplomatic life, having been Ambassador of the Kindgom of Sardinia in France, Portugal and Spain and Viceroy of Sardinia.
The pieces still in situ, at least 12 armchairs, a sofa and a baldaquin bed - were split between the Ambassador’s Room and the Three Windows Room - see Fig.1 - which shown similarly decorated doors.
The present pair has slight differences to the published examples, for example to the legs carvings. A pair of almost identical chairs, although in a light green and white palette, was sold Sotheby’s London, Important Continental Furniture and Tapestries, 13 December 2000, lot 52 (£62,000).
The pieces still in situ, at least 12 armchairs, a sofa and a baldaquin bed - were split between the Ambassador’s Room and the Three Windows Room - see Fig.1 - which shown similarly decorated doors.
The present pair has slight differences to the published examples, for example to the legs carvings. A pair of almost identical chairs, although in a light green and white palette, was sold Sotheby’s London, Important Continental Furniture and Tapestries, 13 December 2000, lot 52 (£62,000).