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A 'GRAND TOUR' SOUVENIR MICROMOSAIC AND LAPIS LAZULI PAPERWEIGHT WITH A VIEW OF ST PETER'S SQUARE, ROME, CIRCA 1840 | A 'Grand Tour' souvenir micromosaic and lapis lazuli paperweight with a view of St Peter's Square, Rome, circa 1840
估價
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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描述
the rectangular base veneered in lapis lazuli, the micromosaic panel set into the lid of a silver-gilt box with leaf-chased frame, overall 17cm, 6 3/4in; and a pair of rectangular 'gold mosaic' and marble paperweights with brass swing handles and text: P SAI MARIA and P SAI ADELAIDE, Venice, circa 1840, each 11.5cm, 4 3/4in
來源
Princesses Maria (1821-1844), who died unmarried, and Adelaide (1822-1855), later consort of Victor Emmanuel II, King of Sardinia, were the firstborn daughters of Archduke Rainer Joseph of Austria and Princess Elisabeth of Savoy. They were followed by six sons.
Condition
Overall very good condition. The lapis lazuli panel with very light surface scratches, a tiny chip to the lower front right corner. Slight wear to the front corners of the paperweight with the mosaic reading 'P SAI MARIA', the top right corner with a very small chip.
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"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."