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Grande console en marbre brèche de Saint-Maximin et marbre blanc, travail français du début du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- marble
- Haut. 96 cm, larg. 245 cm, prof. 58 cm
- Height 37 3/4 in; width 96 1/2 in; depth 22 3/4 in
le plateau chantourné à double moulure bec de corbin, reposant sur des montants en console légèrement décentrés, sommés d'une tête de putto et rehaussés de feuilles d'acanthe ; (ancienne restauration sous le plateau)
Condition
Illustration is accurate. Good overall condition. As stated in the catalogue description the marble top has been restored. A wing on each angel head has been restored too.
Nice and rare model.
"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
Les carrières de Saint-Maximin la Sainte-Baume, dans le Var, furent exploitées dès le XVIIe siècle, notamment un gisement de portor qui servit à la décoration du château de Versailles.