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June 09 — 14, 2018
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LOT 68

Lot 68

Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century

Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century
Lot 68 Details
Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century

elaborately relief carved with Guido Reni’s ‘Aurora’ and various Pompeiian frescos, portraits of notable artists, poets and philosophers and with Medusa masks all above a titled frieze including classical scrollwork, eagle and hippocampi
height 22 in — 55.9 cm

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,680
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century
  • Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century
  • Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century
  • Large Italian Cameo Carved Conch Shell on Bronze Dolphin Form Stand, 19th century
Provenance:

Giovanni Apa, Torre de Greco, Naples, Italy, January, 1963

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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