PF1212

/

Lot 52
  • 52

souvenir en verre eglomise et or, Paris, 1773

Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • souvenir en verre eglomise et or, Paris, 1773
  • gold, glass
  • Haut. 8,2 cm ; 3 1/4 in
les panneaux en verre peint polychrome de putti sur un fond à guirlandes en or coloré, les montures en or à motifs de rubans, poinçon de maître illisible, poinçons de charge et décharge de Julien Alaterre

the glass panels painted in polychrome with musical putti on a garlanded gold-coloured ground, gold stamped ribbon mounts, maker's mark illegible, charge and discharge marks of Julien Alaterre

Condition

Souvenir now lacking contents; small split to gold mount reverse top right corner and small dent to mount reverse bottom left corner; very small paint losses and damp damages on lid panels; some discolouring of painted garlands, but unusual and interesting piece.
"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."