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Early 17th Century Bolognese carved & gilded cassetta frame
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- with centred husk sight, bead-&-reel; bellflower rail, ribbon back; frieze with undulating foliage in punchwork (applied later)
Condition
There are thin modern baton supports tacked onto the inside edges verso. The frame appears structurally sound and is otherwise in great overall condition with gilding intact. There are two very minor pin holes visible only upon close inspection in the punchwork in the upper right. There is also a minor diagonal surface scratch in the punchwork measuring 2 in. in the vertical edge lower right and a minor abrasion to the corner join directly below. There is also a very minor vertical crack in the punchwork on the horizontal edge of the lower left hand corner. Otherwise the frame is in good overall 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. 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."