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The Twelve Ceasars: A GROUP OF TWELVE ITALIAN MARBLE PORPHYRY, SILVER-GILT, ENAMEL AND CAMEO Trophies, Attilio Codognato, Venice, 20th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marble, silver-gilt, enamel
- height 8 in.
- 20.3 cm
useable as place card holders. The porphyry columns with silver-gilt Ionic capitals and raised on gilt base bands and paw feet, the columns supporting hardstone cameos flanked the green enameled cornucopiaes, the opposite side of the cameos with the face of Hermes against green enameled ground, all surmounted with an eagle clutching a snake in its talons, underside of gilt bases pierced with musical instruments.
Condition
A few very minor losses to enamel, overall good condition
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.