Italian Grand Tour bronze urn, ex-Rosenbach
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Description
Italian Grand Tour bronze urn, ex-Rosenbach, Dated 1524 but likely 19th c., Italy, naturally verdigris patinated cast bronze, cast in the Renaissance style with triple reeding at the top, the sides decorated with swags of flowers, one side bears the name "GIROLAMO FLORA" on a banner between two horses, the other side has a sunburst-topped cartouche containing the text "FECE/IN TREVISO/GIO. BATISTA/ E FIGLI/SOLETTI", 16"h x12"dia
Provenance: Sold to benefit the Rosenbach Museum & Library, Philadelphia
Provenance: Sold to benefit the Rosenbach Museum & Library, Philadelphia
Condition
Good, old weathered surface with nice patina, nicks around foot, very heavy casting **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.
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Italian Grand Tour bronze urn, ex-Rosenbach
Estimate $700 - $1,000
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