A pair of Louis XVI gilt-bronze-mounted white marble vases and covers, possibly Italian
A pair of Louis XVI gilt-bronze-mounted white marble vases and covers, possibly Italian
circa 1775-80
two handles flanked by lion-masks, on a shaped plinth with foliate border
Height 10⅔in; Haut. 27 cm
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Paire de vases couverts en bronze doré et marbre d'époque Louis XVI, probablement Italie, vers 1775-80
two handles flanked by lion-masks, on a shaped plinth with foliate border
Height 10⅔ in; Haut. 27 cm
Condition Report:
The marble slightly dirty and with very minor chips to the edge of the covers. The mounts with minor stains. On one vase the handles need to be fixed.
"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."
Provenance:
The Rossi Collection, sold Sotheby's London, 11-12 March 1999, lot 1324.
Christie's, London, 10 December 2004, lot 424 (£ 3.820).
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A pair of Louis XVI gilt-bronze-mounted white marble vases and covers, possibly Italian
circa 1775-80
two handles flanked by lion-masks, on a shaped plinth with foliate border
Height 10⅔in; Haut. 27 cm
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Paire de vases couverts en bronze doré et marbre d'époque Louis XVI, probablement Italie, vers 1775-80
two handles flanked by lion-masks, on a shaped plinth with foliate border
Height 10⅔ in; Haut. 27 cm
Condition Report:
The marble slightly dirty and with very minor chips to the edge of the covers. The mounts with minor stains. On one vase the handles need to be fixed.
"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."
Provenance:
The Rossi Collection, sold Sotheby's London, 11-12 March 1999, lot 1324.
Christie's, London, 10 December 2004, lot 424 (£ 3.820).
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