Copper cooling basin with an oval body modulated with elongated pods, a band under the edge decorated with concave ovoid motifs, and edged, on the upper part, with ovoid pods.
Zoomorphic lateral handles (handles), in the shape of a lion's head with rings passing between the jaws.
Foot of very particular workmanship, also made of embossed copper, decorated with an elegant band of elongated concave ovoids and ending at the base in an engraved cord.
Exceptional patina and perfect state of conservation
Period: 16th century
Measurements: 26 X 65.5 x 52 cm
Typical of the Renaissance, basins of this shape were highly decorative furnishings. Always the prerogative of important patrician families, they were used to decorate the sumptuous tables during parties and banquets.
The work, like all our other objects, is sold with a certificate of authenticity.
We personally take care of and organize the packaging and shipping of the works of art with insurance all over the world
In the event that the work is purchased by non-Italian customers, the same will require the certificate of free circulation.
The same can be obtained in 10/20 working days.
The gallery will take care of the bureaucratic and economic aspects of the matter.
All the costs of the operation are therefore included in the price.
Reference bibliography:
Umberto Raffaelli, “Rame d’arte”, Saturnia publishing house, 1998
Elisabetta Barbolini Ferrari and Giorgio Boccolari, “I colori del rame”, Antea editions 1995
