A pair of Italian carved giltwood guéridons a trespolo, Venetian, mid 18th century

each with a shaped top painted to simulate verde antico marble above a pierced frieze, scrolled stem on three s-scrolled legs, the whole carved with rocaille, flowers and foliage

In overall good conserved condition. The gilding is less greenish and more golden and attractive and slightly darker than in the catalogue photograph.Scattered construction cracks especially across the tops and both have been strengthened underneath. Some minor flaking and retouching to the painted decoration on the tops and the gilding. Hairline construction cracks at joints which are commensurate with age and hardly noticeable. The feet have been strengthened. Old minor restorations to some carved sections and the stem of one which has a restored break. Evidence of old glue repair beneath top of one. On one table all three legs have metal brackets and one has an old break which would benefit from some further attention
"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.
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Comparative Literature:
Edi Baccheschi, Mobili Laccati del Settecento Veneziano, Milan, 1966, p. 51.
Saul Levy, Il Mobile Veneziano del Settecento Vol. II, Milan, 1964, Tav. 275, 280.
Clara Santini, Mille Mobile veneti, L'arredo domestic in Veneto dal sec. XV al sec. XIX, Vol. III, Milan, MMII, fig. 249 and 250, for similar Venetian giltwood guéridons. 
G. Wannenes, Il Mobili d'Italia, Milan, 1984, p. 56.

A related pair of Venetian giltwood guéridons a trespolo, was sold in these Rooms from the Estate of the late Giuseppe Rossi, Vol. I, 10th-12th March 1999, lot 111 (originally in the Principe Castelbarco Albani Collection).

Another related pair originally with Tullio Silva was sold in these Rooms, 10th June 1999, lot 103.