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Day 3: American & European Works of Art

Sat, Sep 17, 2016 09:00AM EDT - Sun, Sep 18, 2016 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1057

Two Carved Stone [Grand Tour] Models

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

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of Corinthian Columns from the Temple of Vespasian Continental, 19th century, one group of three deeply fluted Corinthian columns and entablature arranged as a corner from the building is mounted on a marble plinth, 13-1/2 in., [two columns broken and repaired, a few nicks and chips, small hole drilled in plinth]; and a smaller model of three fluted Corinthian columns on a wall mounted on stone plinth, 11-7/8 in., [good condition]. Condition: . Notes: The Temple of Vespasian by Canina is on the Clivus Capitolinus above the Roman Forum and is famous for its beautiful Corinthian columns. Restored in modern times by the French government following their discovery during the French invasion, the building had been previously restored (hence the inscription "ESTITVER") by Septimius Severus and Caracalla. Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Private Estate, Asheville, North Carolina

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