- 263
A Spanish silver-gilt box and cover, unmarked, first half of the 17th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver
- 22.5cm., 9in. wide
engraved four times with the coat of arms of Lara within the order of the Golden Fleece surrounded by hatched and matted finely engraved foliate scrolls and peapod ornament, underside burnished with geometric motifs
Provenance
Christie's, London, 28 April 1983, lot 529
Condition
Apparently unmarked. The engraving is nice and crisp. The cover does not sit completely flush to the base. One corner of the cover bruised and probably straightened. One corner of the base possibly repaired. Nice heavy gauge. Gilding a nice colour. Good overall.
"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
The arms are those of Lara, grandees of Spain from which family three members were awarded the Order of the Golden Fleece before the end of the 17th century: the second and third Dukes of Najera in 1519 and 1546 and the 11th Count of Aguilar in 1695.