Decorative Arts Auction

June 0914, 2018
Auction begins to close at 2:00 pm ET

Online Auction
LOT 81

Lot 81

North Italian Bronze Incense Burner, Attributed to the Workshop of Giuseppe de Levis, late 16th century

North Italian Bronze Incense Burner, Attributed to the Workshop of Giuseppe de Levis, late 16th century
Lot 81 Details
North Italian Bronze Incense Burner, Attributed to the Workshop of Giuseppe de Levis, late 16th century

with dark brown patination, modelled as three hippocampi supporting a pot decorated with winged cherubic masks
2.75 x 3.8 in — 7 x 9.7 cm

Estimate $1,000-$2,500

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Walter C. Koerner, Vancouver
Koerner Foundation, Vancouver
Uno Langman, Vancouver
Private Collection, Vancouver

CONDITION DETAILS

Condition report available upon request

LOT 81
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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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