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A PAIR OF ITALIAN SILVER VEGETABLE DISHES AND COVERS, LUIGI VERNAZZI, PARMA, CIRCA 1810 |
估價
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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描述
- 20cm., 7 7/8in. diameter
beaded circular, each engraved with a coat-of-arms, drapery cartouche and coronet, the detachable domed covers with die-struck anthemion borders, screw-on cone finials above pierced calyxes of stiff foliage and flowerheads, the dishes and covers engraved respectively '81' and '82'
Condition
Makers mark clearly stamped once only to each underside. Covers unmarked. The finials, covers, screws, and bases all numbered 82 and 81 respectively. One cover fits snug, the other a little loose. Typical surface wear in accordance with age. 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."
拍品資料及來源
The engraved arms are those of Maria-Luisa, Empress of France, Duchess of Parma (1791-1847). Parma's leading silversmith in the early 19th Century was Luigi Vernazzi (1771-1836), who was appointed 'Il argentiere di Sua Maestà' as soon as Marie-Louise arrived in Italy in 1818.
A further group from the same service was sold Noblesse Oblige, Sotheby's, London, 14 April 2011, lot 118
A further group from the same service was sold Noblesse Oblige, Sotheby's, London, 14 April 2011, lot 118