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19th Century Marbled Terra Cotta Ball on Stand from the Estate of Bunny Mellon

About the Item

This Italian marbled terra cotta ball comes from Oak Springs Farm, the Virginia estate of Paul & Bunny Mellon. The sphere is late 19th century and has been set on a well-turned walnut stand. Made as purely a decorative object the sphere is very interesting and large-scaled. The marbled color of the sphere is achieved not with paint but with a careful mixing by hand of different colors of terra cotta. The sphere is slightly flattened on the bottom and fits snuggly into the top of the stand which is most likely a slightly later addition used to elevate the sphere for display but has a rich nice color and is early 20th century. It may even have been a pricket candlestick before its present use. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable, it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement, particularly sections 9,13,15,18,19 and 27

Dimensions:

Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Diameter: 11 in (27.94 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Terracotta,Wood,Molded,Turned

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1890

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Hudson, NY

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU811310470871

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