EXCEPTIONAL SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER-CLAD VARGUENO
Similar Sale History
Recommended Items
Item Details
Description
1750-1760, Bolivia
the latch with two clear marks: one the mark of Sequeiro, the other a crowned CG;
outstanding silverwork depicting hunt scenes with Spanish and indigenous hunters; interior fitted with drawers and compartments with figural marquetry and bird and floral bone inlay (taracea) to the drawers and fall-front writing surface; on original silver-clad stand; overall on stand 51"h; chest measures 18.5"h; 25"w; 14"d
The Plinio Sequeiros mark on the vargueño latch is shown on page 153 of "Marcas de plateria Hispanoamericana" by Cristina Esteras Martin.
the latch with two clear marks: one the mark of Sequeiro, the other a crowned CG;
outstanding silverwork depicting hunt scenes with Spanish and indigenous hunters; interior fitted with drawers and compartments with figural marquetry and bird and floral bone inlay (taracea) to the drawers and fall-front writing surface; on original silver-clad stand; overall on stand 51"h; chest measures 18.5"h; 25"w; 14"d
The Plinio Sequeiros mark on the vargueño latch is shown on page 153 of "Marcas de plateria Hispanoamericana" by Cristina Esteras Martin.
Condition
Fine condition. The amount of minor wear indicates that this piece was probably displayed as an art object and show of wealth, rather than a useful object.
Buyer's Premium
- 23%
EXCEPTIONAL SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER-CLAD VARGUENO
Estimate $10,000 - $20,000
31 bidders are watching this item.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Cambridge, MA, usSee Policy for Shipping
Payment
Related Searches
TOP