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A Castelli ewer and a large circular dish, second half eighteenth century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
- the ewer 30cm. high; 11¾in. and the dish 43cm. diameter; 16¾in.
each painted perhaps by Silvio de Martinis with Amphitrite and Neptune surrounded by Nereids in their shell chariot, the dish with armorials, probably those of Álvarez and Magallon of Castile, under a marquis' coronet
Condition
the ewer terminal handle broken and restuck, rim spout damaged, both with typical minor wear.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For a pair of covered vases painted by Francesco Saverio Grue with similar scenes, see Luciana Arbace, Maioliche di Castelli, p.153