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A PAIR OF MICROMOSAIC PLAQUES, ROME, SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY | A pair of micromosaic plaques, Rome, second half 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- each 11 cm., 4 1/4 in. wide
rectangular, the first with a view of St Peter's Square, the other with a view of the Forum Romanum, showing the ruins of the temple of Vespasian and Titus between the arch of Septimius Severus and the temple of Saturn, each with modern olive-green plush mounts and gilded wood frame
Condition
Overall good condition. Mosaics in some areas finer than in others, the paper on the back of the frame party loose. One panel with slightly uneven surface, one of the gaps between the top and the central section of the right column slightly bigger.
"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."