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Lot 38

A SMALL VENETIAN POLYCHROME PAINTED WOODEN BLACKAMOOR FIGURAL LAMP
19TH CENTURY

Modelled as a young gondolier, standing on the prow of a gondola, holding a removable oar in one hand, and holding a torch aloft in the opposite hand; the lamp with frosted glass flamiform shade. The whole painted in a rich colour palette, and raised on a cylindrical pedestal.
The Victoria Cascajo Collection
Approximately 124cm high

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

Sold for $1,800

Condition consistent with age, having restorations and repairs including to the raised arm. There are numerous chips and fractures to the gesso including the face, torso, arms, below the knees, gondolier, and plinth, most of which have been repainted along with paddle and lamp. The purse is loose, all three bun feet have been repaired. Wiring is untested.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


Please note electrical items are not tested.
Electricity safest Act 1998
Do not use or connect to supply. The electrical equipment may be faulty and should be inspected and tested by a competent person in accordance with AS/NZS 3760

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8361
6:30pm - 22 June 2020
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141

VIEWING
Wednesday 17 June, 9-8pm (limited numbers in room)
Thursday 18 June, strictly by appointment
Friday 19 June, strictly by appointment
Saturday 20 June, 10am-4pm (limited numbers in room)
Sunday 21 June, strictly by appointment

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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