Furniture, Clocks Auction

June 16, 2011

LOT 244

Lot 244

Italian Antependium Bearing Papal Coat of Arms of Sixtus V, 1585-1590

Italian Antependium Bearing Papal Coat of Arms of Sixtus V, 1585-1590
Lot 244 Details
Italian Antependium Bearing Papal Coat of Arms of Sixtus V, 1585-1590

worked on red velvet in silver and gilt thread with applied silk and cord tassels the padded ovoid shield under miter over keys of St. Peter and depicting lion rampant with pear branch and crossed by bendlet loaded with star and three mountain peaks
29" x 22" — 73.7 x 55.9 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 244
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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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