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A set of four Italian maiolica plaques depicting the continents circa 1740, Castelli
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Maiolica
- each 9 2/5 by 12 3/5 in.
- 24 by 32 cm
Compare the composition and the drapery of the figures in these plaques with those used for a tile depicting The Union of India with the Catholic Church from the Lucoli altar by Francesco Antonio Saverio Grue in the Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo, L'Aquila.
RELATED LITERATURE
Luciana Arbace, Fondazione Raffaele Paparella Treccia and Margherita Devlet, I protagonisti della maiolica di Castelli, vol. 3, Colledara, 2005, p. 62-64
RELATED LITERATURE
Luciana Arbace, Fondazione Raffaele Paparella Treccia and Margherita Devlet, I protagonisti della maiolica di Castelli, vol. 3, Colledara, 2005, p. 62-64
Condition
Two plaques (Asia and Europe) with well-restored cracks through center. Otherwise minor standard chipping around edges and very minor pitting. Overall very 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.