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attributed to the Vatican Mosaic Workshop A PAIR OF FRAMED MICROMOSAIC PLAQUES DEPICTING ST. PETER'S SQUARE AND THE ROMAN FORUM Rome, circa 1870's
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Attributed to the Vatican Mosaic Workshop
- glass, wodo
- the plaques only height 9 in.; width 16 1/4 in.
- 23 cm; 41 cm
Condition
Both plaques overall in good condition. Some minor craquelure filled with dirt to sky. There is possibly a varnish applied to the micromosaic which has turned yellow over time, particularly visible in the sky.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.