Lot 40
  • 40

Ensemble de quatre chevaux en argent, probablement Naples vers 1880

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Ensemble de quatre chevaux en argent, probablement Naples vers 1880
  • silver
  • Long. 20 cm, 6 .300 g ; 7 3/4 in, 202oz 10dwt
chacun reposant sur une base rectangulaire sur quatre pieds, les chevaux reposant sur leurs postérieurs

Condition

Traces of vert de gris - trace of soldering on one paw - a dent on one knee - some scratches on terraces - each terrace stamped with spurious Naples marks - Good weight - nice quality of the four horses
"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."

Catalogue Note

Le poinçon insculpé sur ces chevaux (P gothique posé sur un animal dans un écusson) est à rapprocher de celui pour Naples vers 1710.