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A pair of Venetian parcel-gilt and polychrome decorated blackamoor torchères Italy, mid 19th century
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- fruitwood, paint, glass, gilt
- height 6 ft. 4 in.
- 193 cm
in the Baroque style, each wearing a damask costume, on pedestals
Provenance
Emma Louisa de Rothschild (1844-1935) & Nathan (Nathaniel) Mayer de Rothschild, at Tring Park
Then by descent to the Hon. Miranda Rothschild
Sold Christies London, October 1, 2002, lot 72
Then by descent to the Hon. Miranda Rothschild
Sold Christies London, October 1, 2002, lot 72
Condition
OVerall in good condition. The top of the cornucopia formerly holding a candelabra. With the usual chips to gilding showing gesso and bole. Some paint retouched to black color. Original gold leaf gilding. Original glass eyes, one with a hairline crack.
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.