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barraja, i marchi degli argentieri e orafi di palermo, 1996, pag. 64.","it":"altezza x diametro: 6,5 x 29 cm. peso: 605 g  di forma circolare. il piano &egrave; centrato da uno scudo inciso, circondato da una ricca decorazione a motivi fogliati.   punzonata con il marchio della \"bulla\" di palermo raffigurata da un aquila a volo basso in uso prima del 1715, con il marchio \"paoc\" del console pietro antinio omodeo documentato alla met&agrave; del xvii secolo e con il marchio di un argentiere f.l. non identificabile nell'attuale bibliografia. \n  \n maria accascina, i marchi della argenterie e oreficerie siciliane, 1976, pag. 51.  \n silvano barraja, i marchi degli argentieri e orafi di palermo, 1996, pag. 64."},"lotNumber":"1","title":{"en":"italian sterling silver cake stand, palermo, 17th century","it":"alzatina italiana in argento, palermo, xvii 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the base. the domed lids feature a finely engraved decoration (a monogram or cartouche). \n \n \n \n the lots bear the marks of: taster carlo scarpa (1759-1778), countermarker (second inspector) giovan battista carron (1753-1778), silversmith fino giovanni (1762-1791). the silver objects, with a fineness of 11 denari, were therefore made between 1762 and 1778. \n \n \n \n height x largest diameter: 9 x 11.5 cm \n \n \n height x smallest diameter: 6.5 x 8 cm \n \n \n \n literature: \n augusto bargoni \"maestri orafi e argentieri in piemonte dal xvii al xix secolo\", pp. 6, 119, 175","it":"peso complessivo: 1285 gr \n di forma cilindrica di diverse dimensioni. i corpi delle scatole mostrano una finitura dorata, con striature orizzontali e anelli di rinforzo sulla base. i coperchi bombati presentano una decorazione finemente incisa (un monogramma o un cartiglio) \n \n i lotti presentano i marchi: assaggiatore carlo scarpa (1759-1778), contrassaggiatore (secondo di controllo) giovan battista carron (1753 - 1778), argentiere fino giovanni (1762-1791). gli oggetti in argento al titolo 11 denari, sono stati quindi realizzati tra il 1762 e il 1778. \n \n altezza x diametro maggiore: 9 x 11,5 cm \n altezza x diametro minore: 6,5 x 8 cm \n \n \n bibliografia: \n augusto bargoni \"maestri orafi e argentieri in piemonte dal xvii al xix secolo\", pp. 6, 119, 175"},"lotNumber":"2","title":{"en":"giovanni fino four italian silver boxes, turin, 1762-1778","it":"giovanni fino quattro scatole italiane in argento, torino, 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height x width x depth of oil cruet stand: 31 x 18 x 9 cm; \n \n \n height x width x depth of salt shaker holder: 19.5 x 14 x 8 cm; \n \n \n height x width x depth of small bowls: 5 x 6.5 x 4 cm. \n \n \n  \n \n \n 800/1000 silver, hallmarked \"800\".","it":"peso totale: 1142,5 gr. peso argento: 771,2 gr \n composto da: \n - porta-oliere con carrello centrale sormontato da un'alta ansa, con due bottiglie in vetro, alloggiate in gabbie traforate; \n - due porta-salierine doppi (quattro alloggiamenti totali), con anse laterali di presa, caratterizzati da una ricca lavorazione a volute e motivi floreali; \n - due ciotoline con cucchiaini a forma di conchiglia/cartigli riccamente decorate recanti le iniziali \"e-s\". \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; porta oliere: 31 x 18 x 9 cm; \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; porta saliere: 19,5 x 14 x 8 cm; \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; ciotoline: 5 x 6,5 x 4 cm. \n \n argento 800/1000, punzonato \"800\"."},"lotNumber":"3","title":{"en":"set of italian silver cruets and salt cellars, italy, late 19th - early 20th century","it":"set di oliere e saliere italiane in argento, italia, fine xix - inizio xx secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99812/view","tags":["itDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","itDecorativeArts","itDecorativeArts_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:14.431Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"EUR","id":99812},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99813/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99813/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99813/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x diameter: 15 x 8.5 cm. weight: 267 g \n resting on three stylised lion feet, round in shape, decorated with plant and geometric motifs, with an acorn-shaped handle. \n \n allmarked with the mark used by the guild of goldsmiths of naples for a silver fineness of 834/1000, 1808-1823, silversmith rm (unidentified). \n \n \n literature: \n catello, neapolitan silverware from the 16th to the 19th century, p. 139","it":"altezza x diametro: 15 x 8,5 cm. peso: 267 gr \n poggiante su tre piedini leonini stilizzati, di forma rotonda, decorata con motivi vegetali e geometrici, con presa a forma di ghianda. \n \n punzonata con il marchio in uso alla corporazione degli orefici di napoli per l'argento al titolo di 834/1000, 1808-1823, argentiere rm (non identificato). \n \n \n \n bibliografia: \n catello, argenti napoletani dal xvi al xix secolo, pag. 139"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"4","title":{"en":"italian solid silver sugar bowl, naples, 1808\u20131823","it":"zuccheriera italiana in argento, napoli, 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rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 25 x 14 x 14 cm. peso: 620 gr circa. \n interamente sbalzato, cesellato e traforato, base circolare a decoro fogliato, corpo cilindrico delimitato superiormente da una fascia decorata a dobloni alternati a rosette e decorato con foglie d'acqua nella parte inferiore. coperchio gradinato con festoni di ghirlande e cimatura con pasta vitrea. \n \n punzonato con un marchio scarsamente leggibile non identificato. \n \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"lotNumber":"6","title":{"en":"an italian (?) solid silver thurible, 19th century","it":"turibolo italiano (?) in argento, xix 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cup hallmarked with the chamber mark in use in rome (papal states) for silverware, not perfectly legible, depicting the \"pavilion with the crossed keys of st. peter\" in use at the beginning of the 18th century. \n  \n \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 22 x 11 x 11 cm. peso: 470 gr circa. \n base circolare in ottone incisa con motivi floreali e scudi; fusto centrale liscio con nodo a motivi vegetali e figure geometriche; coppa liscia in argento dorato internamente. \n \n coppa punzonata con il marchio camerale in uso a roma (stato pontificio) per gli oggetti in argento, non perfettamente leggibile,  rappresentato dal padiglione con le chiavi incrociate di san pietro, in uso all'inizio del xviii secolo. \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"lotNumber":"8","title":{"en":"italian chalice, rome, early 18th century","it":"calice eucaristico italiano, roma, inizio xviii 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the figure of the child, caught in movement, with a blessing right arm. \n \n set in white wooden frame. \n \n \n  \n \n \n hallmarked with unidentified marks.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; teca: 27 x 17 x 5 cm. peso complessivo con teca: 805 gr. \n la scena sembra ricordare l'ascensione della vergine mentre si erge tra le nuvole con l'adorazione delle figure sottostanti. tuttavia, nella parte superiore la vergine &egrave; presente con la figura del bambino, colta in movimento, con braccio destro benedicente. \n inserita in cornice bianca in legno. \n \n punzonata con marchi non identificati."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"10","title":{"en":"italian solid silver plaque depicting the virgin and the child, 19th century","it":"placchetta italiana in argento raffigurante la madonna con bambino, xix 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four circular feet. the ovoid body is marked by repeated vertical bands and enriched, in the upper part, by finely worked festoons in relief and chiselled. a band decorated with floral motifs runs along the top of the body. two loop handles are attached to the sides. the central body has a container for burning charcoal and a recessed tube to diffuse the heat. the piece is completed by a plug-in lid, decorated with banded motifs and culminating in a plant element. \n \n  \n \n \n sterling silver 925/1000, fully hallmarked london 1791-1792, silversmith william laver.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 53 x 33 x 31 cm. peso: 3920 g \n poggiante su base quadrata con quattro piedini di forma circolare. il corpo, di forma ovoidale, &egrave; scandito da motivi ripetuti a fasce verticali e arricchito, nella parte superiore, da festoni finemente lavorati a sbalzo e cesello. una fascia decorata con motivi floreali corre lungo la sommit&agrave; del corpo. ai lati sono applicati due 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-239) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 33,5 x 24,5 x 31 cm \n con base in legno ebanizzato e inserti in marmo rosso antico, probabilmente broccatello di spagna, caratterizzato da vivaci venature bianche e giallo-ocra su fondo rosso. la struttura, a pianta quadrangolare, presenta un coperchio incernierato a piramide tronca, con pannelli marmorei incorniciati da profili in ebano. al vertice &egrave; posta una statuetta in bronzo raffigurante un leone, impiegata come presa ornamentale. il corpo della scatola &egrave; scandito da pannelli marmorei inseriti entro cornici lignee scure. sul fronte &egrave; applicato un motivo araldico in bronzo con aquila ad ali spiegate e scudo centrale, probabile emblema di famiglia o stemma nobiliare. la base &egrave; sostenuta da piedini in bronzo a forma di zampa leonina. \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-239) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"56","title":{"en":"casket in ebony and red marble, italy, early 17th - late 18th centuries","it":"scrigno in ebano e marmo rosso, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99865/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:17.462Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99865,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99866/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99866/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99866/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width: 25 x 21 cm. base diameter: 11 cm. weight: 520 g \n resting on a semi-spherical brass base, decorated with alternating bands of red mediterranean coral, interspersed with coral motifs that repeat throughout the body of the structure, creating a uniform and harmonious decorative rhythm. the top is crowned with a branch of natural coral. this piece is representative of sicilian decorative tradition, in which craftsmanship and the richness of natural materials combine to create objects of great elegance destined for collections and cabinets of curiosities. \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza: 25 x 21 cm. diametro base: 11 cm. peso: 520 gr \n poggiante su una base semisferica in ottone, decorata con inserti di corallo rosso del mediterraneo disposti a fasce alternate, intervallati da motivi sempre realizzati in corallo che si ripetono lungo tutto il corpo della struttura, creando un ritmo decorativo uniforme e armonioso. la sommit&agrave; &egrave; coronata da un ramo di corallo naturale. esemplare rappresentativo della tradizione decorativa siciliana, in cui l\u2019abilit&agrave; artigianale e la ricchezza dei materiali naturali si combinano per creare oggetti di grande eleganza destinati a collezioni e cabinets of curiosities. \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"lotNumber":"57","title":{"en":"mediterranean coral composition, sicily, probably trapani, 17th-18th century","it":"composizione in corallo del mediterraneo, sicilia, prob. trapani, xvii-xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99866/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":3600,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:17.463Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"EUR","id":99866},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99867/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99867/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99867/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width: 93 x 3.5 cm \n rounded shape, is enriched by a cap that unscrews and inside is a small transparent glass vial, probably to contain substances, essences, perfumes or even medicines. under the handle, there is a decorative metal element engraved with the cursive initials \u2018em\u2019, probably identifying the owner of the stick. \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. 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provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza: 9,5 x 21 cm. altezza x larghezza base: 10 x 7,5 cm \n realizzato in forma di pesce snodabile, con corpo rivestito da placche di madreperla. la bocca funge da apribottiglie. la struttura articolata consente un movimento fluido del corpo, richiamando le antiche lavorazioni imitanti il pesce vivo, ma reinterpretate in chiave moderna.il manufatto &egrave; montato su base ovale in madreperla, arricchita da applicazioni decorative. \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"lotNumber":"108","title":{"en":"bottle opener, probably mexico, 20th century","it":"apribottiglie, prob. messico, xx 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x length x depth: 86 x 36 x 16,5 cm \n placed in an ebonized wooden case with golden copper decorations. at the center of the scene is the virgin and child enthroned on an architectural structure resembling a shrine. above them, a canopy is supported by two winged cherubs. on either side of the columns of the aedicule are st. joachim and st. anne. below them, kneeling in adoration before mary, are: on the left, st. anne with her severed breast placed on a small tray; on the right, st. catherine of alexandria; behind saint agatha is saint stephen, the first martyr; further below is saint cecilia with her organ, and on the right is saint agnes holding a lamb and the palm of martyrdom. in the center is the coat of arms of the sfondrati family surmounted by a cardinal's galero. \n \n  \n \n \n the object comes from pope gregory xiii, nicol&ograve; sfondrati (1535-1591), received on the occasion of his election to the cardinalate in 1583. it was later purchased by cardinal scipione borghese after gregory xiii separated from his possessions following a mystical crisis. \n \n \n work notified by the ministero della cultura. \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection. \n \n \n exhibitions: \n currently on display at the uffizi gallery for the exhibition \n cera una volta. i medici e le arti della ceroplastica , from december 18, 2025, to april 12, 2026. curated by valentina conticelli, andrea daninos, and simone verde, the exhibition is the first initiative entirely dedicated to florentine collections of ceroplastic art from the 16th and 17th centuries. the exhibition aims to investigate the production of wax images, a practice rooted in popular sensibility since ancient times, which in medici florence, between the end of the 15th and 17th centuries, underwent a significant revaluation and renewed recognition in the field of fine arts.","it":"altezza x lunghezza x profondit&agrave;: 86 x 36 x 16,5 cm \n inserito in una teca in legno ebanizzato con decorazioni dorate in rame. al centro della scena &egrave; presente la vergine con il bambino in trono posizionati su una struttura architettonica a edicola. sopra di loro un baldacchino &egrave; sorretto da due putti alati. ai lati delle colonne dell'edicola sono presenti san gioacchino e sant'anna. sotto di loro, inginocchiati in adorazione verso maria, ci sono: a sinistra sant'anna a sinistra con la mammella recisa posta su un piccolo vassoio, a destra santa caterina d'alessandria; alle spalle di sant'agata &egrave; presente &egrave; presente santo stefano protomartire; ancora pi&ugrave; sotto santa cecilia caratterizzata dall'organo positivo, a destra sant'agnese che tiene in braccio l'agnellino e la palma del martirio. al centro &egrave; presente lo stemma della famiglia sfondrati sormontato dal galero cardinalizio. \n \n l'oggetto proviene da papa gregorio xiii, nicol&ograve; sfondrati (1535 -1591), ricevuta in occasione della sua elezione al soglio cardinalizio nel 1583. venne 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x width x diameter: 49.5 x 45 x 27 cm \n made up of natural elements and decorative figures arranged on a base that imitates a rocky outcrop, which in turn rests on a rectangular base with circular golden feet. the dominant recurring motif is mediterranean red coral (corallium rubrum), distributed over several levels. among these, at the center of the scene, a larger specimen of red coral is mounted on an elegant turned support that emphasizes its ornamental value and elevates it as the focal point of the composition. at the base, scattered among the crevices, various ornamental animals are visible, such as snakes, lizards, and small figures, which reflect the naturalistic and symbolic iconography typical of 17th-century cabinets of curiosities. \n \n for similar items, see lot no. 36. \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x diametro: 49,5 x 45 x 27 cm \n formata da elementi naturali e figure decorative disposte su una base che imita un affioramento roccioso, poggiante a sua volta su una base rettangolare con piedini circolari dorati. il motivo dominante ricorrente &egrave; il corallo rosso del mediterraneo (corallium rubrum), distribuiti su pi&ugrave; livelli. tra questi, al centro della scena, un esemplare di corallo rosso di maggiori dimensioni &egrave; montato su un elegante supporto tornito che ne enfatizza il valore ornamentale e lo eleva come fulcro della composizione. alla base, sparsi tra gli anfratti, sono visibili vari animali ornamentali, come serpenti, lucertole e piccole figure, che riprendono l'iconografia naturalistica e simbolica tipica delle camere delle meraviglie del xvii secolo. \n \n per altro similare si veda lotto nr. 36. \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"111","title":{"en":"fantastic seascape","it":"paesaggio marino fantastico"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99920/view","tags":["itCollectibles_TaxidermyNaturalHistory","itCollectibles_all","itCollectibles"],"directSalePrice":7000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.393Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99920,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99921/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99921/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99921/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99921/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99921/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"includes: \n \n 1 - mid-18th century rifle powder flask. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 24 x 7 x 3.5 cm. weight: 130.5 g; \n \n \n 2 - late 17th century rifle powder flask. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 19 x 7 x 3.5 cm. weight: 118.8 g; \n \n \n 3 - powder flask with leather case. \n \n \n height x width: 21 x 8 cm. weight: 90.8 g.  \n \n \n 4 - powder flask measuring spoon for hunting rifle, 19th-century france. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 15 x 7.5 x 3 cm. weight: 101.4 g; \n \n \n 5 - \u201cflask\u201d powder flask, 18th-19th century. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 10.5 x 6.5 x 2 cm. weight: 94.4 g; \n \n \n 6 - dustpan, england, late 18th century. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 19.5 x 8 x 2.5 cm. weight: 178.5 g; \n \n \n 7 - brass dustpan, france, 17th century. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 15.5 x 10 x 3 cm. weight: 215.8 g; \n \n \n 8 - small dustpan. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 11 x 4 x 2.5 cm. weight: 61.5 g; \n \n \n 9 - dustpan. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 22 x 6 x 6 cm. weight: 85.2 g; \n \n \n 10 - large dustpan made of buffalo horn, 18th century. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 30 x 8.5 x 6 cm. weight: 299.3 g; \n 11 - english or american powder flask for hunting rifle, mid-18th century. \n \n height x width x depth: 20 x 8.5 x 2 cm. weight: 185 g. \n \n \n 12 - richly decorated powder flask, 19th century. it bears the inscription \u201cfu ehrcndes geburtsfestes s magestat des kaisers pfhr: domen salvaterra.\u201d \n \n \n height x width x depth: 18 x 8 x 2 cm. weight: 171.5 g. \n \n \n 13 - lead bullet mould, 18th-19th century. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 16 x 4 x 2 cm. weight: 161.4 g; \n \n \n 14 - bullet mould, 18th century. \n \n \n height x width: 11.5 x 1.5 cm. weight: 46.5 g; \n \n \n 15 - bullet mould for pistol bullets. \n \n \n height x width: 8 x 1.5 cm. weight: 43.5 g; \n \n \n 16 - bullet mould, probably tuscan, 17th century. \n \n \n height x width: 12.5 x 1.5 cm. weight: 64.7 g; \n \n \n 17 - rifle primer capsule holder, mid-19th century. \n \n \n height x width: 8.5 x 5.5 cm. weight: 73.5 g.","it":"composto da: \n 1 - portapolvere per fucile met&agrave; xviii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 24 x 7 x 3,5 cm. peso: 130,5 gr; \n 2 - portapolvere per fucile fine xvii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 19 x 7 x 3,5 cm. peso: 118,8 gr; \n 3 - portapolvere con custodia in pelle. \n altezza x larghezza: 21 x 8 cm. peso: 90,8 gr.  \n 4 - misurino da poprtapolvere per fucile da caccia, francia xix secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 15 x 7,5 x 3 cm. peso: 101,4 gr; \n 5 - portapolvere a \"fiaschetta\", xviii-xix secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 10,5 x 6,5 x 2 cm. peso: 94,4 gr; \n 6 - portapolvere inghilterra fine xviii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 19,5 x 8 x 2,5 cm. peso: 178,5 gr; \n 7 - portapolvere in ottone, francia xvii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 15,5 x 10 x 3 cm. peso: 215,8 gr; \n 8 - piccolo portapolvere. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 11 x 4 x 2,5 cm. peso: 61,5 gr; \n 9 - portapolvere. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 22 x 6 x 6 cm. peso: 85,2 gr; \n 10 - grande portapolvere in corno di bufalo, xviii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 30 x 8,5 x 6 cm. peso: 299,3 gr; \n 11 - portapolvere inglese o americano per fucile da caccia, met&agrave; xviii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 20 x 8,5 x 2 cm. peso: 185 gr; \n 12 - portapolvere riccamente decorato, xix secolo. presenta la scritta \"fu ehrcndes geburtsfestes s magestat des kaisers pfhr: domen salvaterra\". \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 18 x 8 x 2 cm. peso: 171,5 gr. \n 13 - fondipalle in piombo, xviii - xix secolo. \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 16 x 4 x 2 cm. peso:161,4 gr; \n 14 - fondipalle, xviii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza: 11, 5 x 1,5 cm. peso: 46,5 gr; \n 15 - fondipalle per piombo da pistola. \n altezza x larghezza: 8 x 1,5 cm. peso: 43,5 gr; \n 16 - fondipalle, probabilmente toscano, xvii secolo. \n altezza x larghezza: 12,5 x 1,5 cm. peso: 64,7 gr; \n 17 - portacapsule da innesco per fucile, met&agrave; xix secolo. \n altezza x larghezza: 8,5 x 5,5 cm. peso: 73,5 gr."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"112","title":{"en":"a collection of powder flasks","it":"una collezione di portapolvere da sparo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99921/view","tags":["itCollectibles_FirearmsAccessoriesAmmunition","itCollectibles_all","itCollectibles"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.395Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99921,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99922/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99922/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth with base: 13.5 x 8 x 8.5 cm. weight without base: 105 g. \n broad and lobed in shape, consisting of several adjacent rounded lobes, characterized by a curvilinear pattern. a slightly flared foot rises from the center of the base. the bezoar is attached to the base by a motif composed of four thin metal bands. the object belongs to the category of wunderkammer works, collections in which wonder and knowledge came together in unique and extraordinary objects.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; con base: 13,5 x 8 x 8,5 cm. peso senza base: 105 gr. \n dalla forma ampia e lobata, costituito da pi&ugrave; lobi tondeggianti adiacenti, caratterizzati da un andamento curvilineo. dal centro della base si eleva un piede dal profilo leggermente svasato. il bezoar &egrave; fissato alla base tramite un motivo composto da quattro sottili fasce metalliche. l\u2019oggetto rientra nella categoria delle opere da wunderkammer, collezioni in cui meraviglia e saperi si incontravano in oggetti unici e straordinari."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"113","title":{"en":"bezoar with silver base, central europe, 17th - 18th century","it":"bezoar con base in argento, europa centrale, xvii - xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99922/view","tags":["itCollectibles_TaxidermyNaturalHistory","itCollectibles_all","itCollectibles"],"directSalePrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.396Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99922,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99923/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99923/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99923/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99923/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99923/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"weight: 277 g \n the object depicts a skeleton lying supine: the rib cage, vertebrae, limbs, and skull are clearly distinguishable, rendered with deliberately expressive and marked lines. the object rests on a rectangular base, also made of deer antler, decorated with an elegant black and white geometric inlay featuring triangular and diamond motifs. objects of this type recall the theme of memento mori, widespread in the wunderkammer and cabinets of curiosities of the time. \n \n  \n \n \n height x width of skeleton: 16 x 3.5 cm; \n \n \n height x width x depth of base: 2.4 x 21 x 7 cm. \n \n \n  \n \n \n translated with deepl.com (free version)","it":"peso: 277 gr \n l'oggetto affigura uno scheletro disteso in posizione supina: si distinguono chiaramente gabbia toracica, vertebre, arti e cranio, resi con un tratto volutamente espressivo e marcato. l'oggetto poggia su una base di forma rettangolare, anch\u2019essa in corno di cervo, decorata da un elegante intarsio geometrico in bianco e nero a motivi triangolari e losanghe. oggetti di questo tipo richiamano il tema del memento mori, diffuso nelle wunderkammer e nei gabinetti di curiosit&agrave; dell\u2019epoca. \n \n altezza x larghezza scheletro: 16 x 3,5 cm; \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 2,4 x 21 x 7 cm."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"114","title":{"en":"skeleton made of deer antler on an inlaid base, central europe, 17th\u201318th centuries","it":"scheletro in corno di cervo su base intarsiata, europa centrale, xvii\u2013xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99923/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":2600,"soldPrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.398Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99923,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2200,"removedFromAuction":true,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99924/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99924/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99924/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99924/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 162 x 25 x 25 cm. height x diameter: 111 x 18 cm \n commonly known as the smalltooth sawfish, mounted as an ornamental piece. \n \n the base, made of dark wood and embellished with gold applications, has a pyramidal structure culminating in a spherical knot from which the rostrum rises solemnly vertically. \n \n \n in terms of style and materials, this gilded mount clearly refers to the late baroque and rococo european taste, particularly between the late 17th and 18th centuries, a period in which it was common practice to include natural specimens, such as corals, shells, horns and exotic fish, in aristocratic collections and wunderkammern. \n \n \n the dark finish of the base, contrasted by gilded elements, and the taste for vegetal rendering in the metal applications suggest italian or southern german production, regions particularly active in the creation of decorative mounts for studies and cabinets of curiosities. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by an expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-260) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 162 x 25 x 25 cm. altezza x diametro: 111 x 18 cm \n comunemente chiamato pesce sega denti piccoli montata come elemento ornamentale. \n \n la base, realizzata in legno scuro e arricchita da applicazioni dorate, presenta una struttura piramidale culminante in un nodo sferico dal quale il rostro si innalza con solennit&agrave; verticale. \n \n \n per stile e materiali, questa montatura dorata rinvia chiaramente al gusto europeo tardo barocco e rococ&ograve;, in particolare tra la fine del xvii e il xviii secolo, periodo in cui era diffusa la pratica di inserire esemplari naturali, come coralli, conchiglie, corna e pesci esotici, in collezioni aristocratiche e wunderkammern. la finitura scura della base, contrastata da elementi dorati, e il gusto per la resa vegetale nelle applicazioni metalliche suggeriscono una produzione italiana o dell\u2019area tedesca meridionale, regioni particolarmente attive nella realizzazione di montature decorative destinate a studioli e gallerie di meraviglie. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-260) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"115","title":{"en":"sawfish, italy or germany, early 17th - late 18th century","it":"pesce sega, italia o germania, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99924/view","tags":["itCollectibles_TaxidermyNaturalHistory","itCollectibles_all","itCollectibles"],"directSalePrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.400Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99924,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99925/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99925/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99925/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99925/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99925/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 9 x 16 x 10 cm. total weight: 1544.6 g \n depicting crocodiles, cast in bronze. they are characterised by a finely crafted surface that renders the scales and tension of the reptile's body. coral branches are applied along the spine, in an apical position. designed as table or cabinet wunderkammern objects. \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 9 x 16 x 10 cm. peso totale: 1544,6 gr \n raffiguranti coccodrilli, fusi in bronzo. sono caratterizzati da una superficie finemente lavorata a rendere le squame e la tensione del corpo rettile. lungo il dorso, in posizione apicale, sono applicati rami di corallo. concepiti come oggetti da tavolo o cabinet wunderkammern. \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"116","title":{"en":"pair of zoomorphic sculptures, southern italy, late 19th \u2013 early 20th century","it":"coppia di sculture zoomorfe, italia meridionale, fine xix \u2013 inizi xx secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99925/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.401Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99925,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99926/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99926/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99926/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 6 x 18 x 8 cm. weight: 265 g \n structure (testudinidae spp.) and bronze. \n \n the central part, consisting of the shell, acts as the body of the container, while the measuring spout and the coupling are made of bronze. \n \n \n the flattened pear shape recalls the most popular models in europe between the late 17th and 18th centuries, a period when powder flasks were not only functional tools for containing and measuring gunpowder, but also valuable objects, symbols of social status, and accessories linked to the world of aristocratic hunting. \n \n \n the use of tortoiseshell, a rare and precious material, combined with bronze, suggests european production, most likely italian or french, intended for a wealthy client. overall, the object combines aesthetic refinement and practical functionality, testifying to the elegance and sophistication of the applied arts in the late 17th and 18th centuries. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by an expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-250) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 6 x 18 x 8 cm. peso: 265 gr \n (testudinidae spp.) e bronzo. \n \n la parte centrale, costituita dal guscio, funge da corpo del contenitore, mentre il beccuccio dosatore e l\u2019innesto sono in bronzo. \n \n \n la forma a pera schiacciata richiama i modelli pi&ugrave; diffusi in europa tra la fine del xvii e il xviii secolo, periodo in cui i portapolvere non erano solo strumenti funzionali per contenere e dosare la polvere da sparo, ma anche oggetti di pregio, simboli di status sociale e accessori legati al mondo della caccia aristocratica. \n \n \n l\u2019impiego del guscio di tartaruga, materiale raro e prezioso, associato al bronzo, suggerisce una produzione europea, con maggiori probabilit&agrave; italiana o francese, destinata a un committente facoltoso. nel complesso, l\u2019oggetto unisce raffinatezza estetica e funzionalit&agrave; pratica, testimoniando l\u2019eleganza e la ricercatezza delle arti applicate nel settore armiero del tardo seicento e del settecento. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-213) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso complessivo: 2532 gr \n antica scultura in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finemente scolpita a tutto tondo raffigurante san sebastiano legato ad una colonna di finto corallo. \n \n il santo &egrave; raffigurato seminudo con il solo un perizoma drappeggiato che copre le parti intime. \n \n \n il volto &egrave; sollevato in un\u2019espressione di sofferenza estatica, il corpo presenta tensione muscolare e il del torso &egrave; trafitto dalle frecce del martirio realizzate in metallo dorato, accentuano la drammaticit&agrave; della scena. \n \n \n la base, in legno ebanizzato, presenta un paesaggio roccioso scolpito e applicazioni in metallo dorato: ai lati motivi vegetali e negli angoli piedi leonini. frontalmente, al centro della base &egrave; presente uno scudo araldico non identificato con una mezzaluna crescente rivolta verso l\u2019alto (in capo), una fascia orizzontale (al centro) e un pesce in posizione orizzontale nuotante, forse un delfino stilizzato o un luccio (in punta). e\u2019 plausibile che lo scudo sia emblematico/decorativo (non un\u2019arma registrata), composto con simboli devozionali: mezzaluna (mariana) e pesce (simbolo cristiano). \n \n \n per stile, materiale e resa del corpo, la scultura si inserisce pienamente nella tradizione dell\u2019arte devozionale in avorio prodotta tra fine seicento e primo settecento. le botteghe tedesche e austriache erano specializzate in piccole figure sacre destinate sia all\u2019uso privato che a collezioni da wunderkammer. la qualit&agrave; dell\u2019intaglio, unita alla ricchezza della base lignea e bronzea, conferma una destinazione aristocratica o conventuale. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 34 x 21,5 x 16 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; figura: 18,5 x 6,5 x 2,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-213) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"144","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting saint sebastian, germany, 17th-18th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante san sebastiano, germania, xvii -xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99953/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":16000,"soldPrice":16000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.644Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99953,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":16000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99954/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99954/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99954/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99954/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 27 x 15 x 5 cm. height x width ivory: 20 x 13 cm. total weight: 672 g \n antique elephant ivory carving (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting the madonna and child, surrounded by several female figures in a setting reminiscent of the typical iconography of the holy conversation. \n \n the plaque is slightly curved, following the natural curve of the tusk, giving the scene a particular depth and dynamism. mary, seated in the center of the composition, tenderly holds the half-naked baby jesus, who is facing the viewer, and is engaged in conversation with a woman kneeling in the foreground on the lower right. \n \n \n the other figures, arranged naturally around the virgin, seem to silently participate in this moment, creating a harmonious ensemble scene. in the background, draped curtains and faces in the background can be glimpsed, reinforcing the impression of a sacred and intimate space. the entire composition is enclosed in a gilded metal frame, decorated at the top with a central vase from which floral garlands descend, a typical element of baroque taste. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-228) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 27 x 15 x 5 cm. altezza x larghezza avorio: 20 x 13 cm. peso totale: 672 gr \n antico intaglio in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffigurante la madonna con il bambino, attorniata da diverse figure femminili in un contesto che richiama la tipica iconografia della sacra conversazione. \n \n la placca &egrave; leggermente ricurva, segue infatti la naturale curvatura della zanna, conferendo alla scena una particolare profondit&agrave; e dinamicit&agrave;. maria, seduta al centro della composizione, sorregge teneramente il piccolo ges&ugrave; seminudo, rivolto verso lo spettatore, &egrave; intenta in una conversazione con una donna inginocchiata in primo piano in basso a destra. le altre figure, disposte con naturalezza intorno alla vergine, sembrano partecipare silenziosamente a questo momento creando una scena corale e armoniosa. sullo sfondo si intravedono tende drappeggiate e volti in secondo piano che rafforzano l\u2019impressione di uno spazio sacro e raccolto. l\u2019intera composizione &egrave; racchiusa in una cornice in metallo dorato, decorata nella parte superiore da un vaso centrale da cui scendono ghirlande floreali, elemento tipico del gusto barocco. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-228) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"145","title":{"en":"ivory carving, italy, 16th \u2013 17th century","it":"intaglio in avorio, italia, xvi \u2013 xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99954/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":16000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.645Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99954,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":16000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99955/011/011.jpg"],"artist":{"en":"pierre simon jaillot circle of","it":"pierre simon jaillot cerchia di"},"available":false,"description":{"en":"antique carved elephant ivory baroque corpus christi (loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797 o elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758) carved in the round and composed of four parts joined together. the largest part includes the head, the bust and the legs of christ and follows the curvature of the elephant's tusk. the smaller parts consist of the arms and the thong, the latter of which is inserted through two holes carved into the side of the figure. \n \n separately, there is a cartouche with the titulus crucis inri (iesus nazarenus rex iudeorum, which literally translates to 'jesus nazarene, king of the jews') and a vanitas represented by the symbol of a skull and crossed shinbones. the skull has been the symbol of death since the 1500s. \n \n \n six silver pins were later added having on the top a faceted topaz of four carats each of round shape set by eight claws; at the opposite end is a thread screwed to a small four-sided nut. the holes in the hands highlight that the originals were smaller in size. the pins preserved today are from a later period than the eburnean sculpture, as they do not correspond stylistically with the iconography of the sculpture. \n \n \n the artwork is of a remarkable technical and ideational level, an aspect also evident in the details as it is finished in every detail, indicating a culturally high level. the same attention to detail is given to the other elements as well. the cartouche has a rectangular shape positioned vertically with the four sides folded to allude to a piece of parchment or a paper, where there are the letters in / ri in relief. the figure of the cranium and the two cross-bones, result finished and studied anatomically, as well as the figure of christ. the extended arms result in a more elevated position, highlighting the realism of the figure of christ. realism is also emphasized by the musculature and the venous system. \n \n \n the hands are slightly half-open and the holes for the pins are located closer to the pulse and not in the center of the hand. \n \n \n the long, slim legs show the figure's tension in the feet, contracted to the bottom. \n \n \n the bust shows dramatic tension; the chest thrust forward is marked by the not excessively marked ribs, which give the figure more harmony. the abdomen is recessed and on the verso the line and musculature following the spine is very marked. \n \n \n the head is folded toward the right shoulder, facing upward. the long and soft hair falls to the shoulders; similarly, the curly beard frames the face. the eyes are open and turned to the sky, the mouth is half-open, revealing part of the teeth. \n \n \n the facial expression and open eyes permit us to relocate the figure to christus triumphans. \n \n \n the legs of the crucifix are positioned parallel and slightly flexed toward the left side of the figure; the feet are side by side and nailed separately, an element that allows chronological relocation. \n \n \n the intimate parts are covered by a short thong supported by a very thin double cord; the side drape, stylistically inappropriate, was most probably replaced at a later date. \n \n height x width crucifix: 44.5 x 34.5 cm \n \n height x width in | ri: 9.5 x 4.5 cm \n \n \n height x width skull: 5.5 x 5.5 cm \n \n \n crossed shinbones length: 9.5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2023-159) \n \n already provided with a free circulation certificate (no. 103657) issued on october 6, 2025.","it":"antico corpus christi barocco in avorio di elefante finemente scolpito (loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797 o elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758) a tutto tondo e composto da quatto parti unite tra loro. la parte di maggiori dimensioni comprende la testa, il busto e le gambe del cristo e segue la curvatura della zanna di elefante. le parti minori corrispondono alle braccia e al perizoma, quest\u2019ultimo &egrave; inserito tramite due fori scavati nel fianco della figura. \n \n separatamente sono presenti un cartiglio con il titulus crucis inri (iesus nazarenus rex iudeorum, che si traduce letteralmente in \u201cges&ugrave; nazareno, re dei giudei\u201d) ed una vanitas rappresentata dal simbolo del teschio e tibie incrociate. il teschio &egrave; stato il simbolo della morte fin dal 1500. \n \n \n vennero successivamente aggiunti sei chiodi in argento avente sulla parte superiore un topazio sfaccettato di quattro carati l\u2019uno di forma tonda incastonato da otto griffe; nell\u2019estremit&agrave; opposta &egrave; presente una filettatura avvitabile a un piccolo dado di quattro lati. i fori sulle mani mettono in luce che gli originali avevano una dimensione ridotta. i chiodi oggi conservati risalgono ad un periodo successivo rispetto alla scultura eburnea, poich&eacute; non corrispondono stilisticamente con l\u2019iconografia della scultura. \n \n \n l\u2019opera &egrave; di notevole livello tecnico e ideativo, aspetto evidente anche nei particolari poich&eacute; risulta rifinito in ogni dettaglio e questo indicherebbe un livello culturalmente alto sia da parte dell\u2019artista che del committente. la stessa attenzione per i dettagli &egrave; riservata anche agli altri elementi. il cartiglio ha la forma rettangolare posizionato verticalmente con i quattro lati piegati che alludono ad una pergamena o a un foglio, dove sono presenti le lettere in / ri in rilievo. la figura del teschio e delle due ossa, risultano rifinite e studiate anatomicamente, cos&igrave; come la figura del cristo. le braccia distese risultano in una posizione pi&ugrave; rialzata, mettendo in evidenza il realismo della figura del cristo in croce. il realismo &egrave; sottolineato anche dalla muscolatura e dal sistema venoso. \n \n \n le mani sono leggermente socchiuse e i fori per i chiodi si trovano pi&ugrave; vicini al polso e non al centro della mano. \n \n \n le gambe lunghe e snelle mostrano la tensione della figura nei piedi, contratti verso il basso. \n \n \n il tronco mostra drammatica tensione; il torace spinto in avanti &egrave; contrassegnato dalle costole non eccessivamente marcate, che danno alla figura pi&ugrave; armonia. l\u2019addome &egrave; rientrante e sul verso &egrave; molto marcata la linea e la muscolatura che segue la colonna vertebrale. \n \n \n la testa &egrave; ripiegata verso la spalla destra, rivolta verso l\u2019alto e la morbida e lunga capigliatura ricade sulle spalle; allo stesso modo &egrave; realizzata la barba ricciuta che incornicia il volto. gli occhi sono aperti e rivolti al cielo, la bocca &egrave; socchiusa e lascia intravedere parte della dentatura. l\u2019espressione del volto e gli occhi aperti ci permette di ricollocare la figura al christus triumphans. \n \n \n le gambe del crocifisso sono posizionate in modo parallelo e leggermente flesse verso la parte sinistra della figura, i piedi sono affiancati e inchiodati separatamente, elemento che permette la ricollocazione cronologica. \n \n \n le parti intime sono coperte da un perizoma corto sostenuto da un doppio cordone molto sottile; il drappo, stilisticamente non pertinente, &egrave; stato molto probabilmente sostituito in epoca successiva. \n \n altezza x larghezza crocifisso: 44,5 x 34,5 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza in | ri: 9,5 x 4,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza teschio: 5,5 x 5,5 cm \n \n \n lunghezza tibie incrociate: 9,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2023-159) \n \n gi&agrave; fornito di attestato di libera circolazione (n. 103657) rilasciato in data 06/10/2025."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"146","url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99955/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":16000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.647Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99955,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":9000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99956/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 3351 g \n antique gilded bronze sculpture resting on a carved elephant ivory base (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n the figure can be identified as an allegory of mars, god of war, depicted standing upright with his right arm raised, holding a long spear topped with a circular element (perhaps alluding to a military insignia or solar symbol). his left arm, bent at the hip, accentuates the figure's proud and solemn attitude. the crested helmet, muscular armour and proud pose are typical elements of celebratory and apotropaic depictions of mars, while the insignia he holds may allude to military power and victory. \n \n \n the figure rests on a cylindrical base finely carved in relief with winged cherubs in a supporting position, alternating with dolphins, waves and plant motifs, transforming the scene into a harmony of strength and decorative grace. \n \n \n the precious combination of gilded metal and ivory indicates a luxury destination linked to noble collections or wunderkammern; in terms of style and iconography, the work can be dated to between the end of the 16th and 17th centuries and traced back to workshops in the germanic or austrian area, active in the production of small allegorical and celebratory sculptures intended for aristocratic collectors. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 52 x 13.5 x 9.5 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth ivory: 16 x 12 x 9.5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-214) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso complessivo: 3351 gr \n antica scultura in bronzo dorato poggiante su una base in avorio di elefante scolpito (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n il personaggio pu&ograve; essere identificato come un\u2019allegoria di marte, dio della guerra, rappresentato in posizione eretta nell\u2019atto di reggere con il braccio destro alzato una lunga lancia sormontata da un elemento circolare (forse allusione a un\u2019insegna militare o simbolo solare). il braccio sinistro, piegato sul fianco, accentua l\u2019atteggiamento fiero e solenne della figura. l\u2019elmo crestato, la corazza muscolata e la posa fiera sono elementi tipici delle raffigurazioni celebrative e apotropaiche di marte, mentre l\u2019insegna che regge potrebbe alludere al potere militare e alla vittoria. \n \n \n la figura poggia su un basamento cilindrico in finemente scolpito a rilievo con putti alati in posizione di sostegno, alternati a delfini, tra onde e motivi vegetali, trasformando la scena in un\u2019armonia tra forza e grazia decorativa. \n \n \n l\u2019accostamento prezioso di metallo dorato e avorio indica una destinazione di lusso legata alle collezioni nobiliari o alle wunderkammern; per stile e iconografia l\u2019opera pu&ograve; essere collocata tra la fine del xvi e il xvii secolo e ricondotta alle botteghe dell\u2019area germanica o austriaca, attive nella produzione di piccole sculture allegoriche e celebrative destinate al collezionismo aristocratico. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 52 x 13,5 x 9,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio: 16 x 12 x 9,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-214) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"147","title":{"en":"gilded bronze sculpture on ivory base, germany or austria, 16th-17th century","it":"scultura in bronzo dorato su base in avorio, germania o austria, xvi - xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99956/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":9000,"soldPrice":9000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.648Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99956,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":7000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99957/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 497.6 gr \n antique rock crystal, elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) and gilded silver cup. \n \n the octagonal rock crystal base is decorated around the edge with chiselled leaves in gilded silver and embellished with cascading plant motifs; the stem consists of a sculptural group in ivory depicting cherubs tied to a tree trunk, above which rests the body in faceted rock crystal. \n \n \n the lid with a plug closure is also made of rock crystal, edged with a ring of chiselled leaves in gilded silver and topped with a handle carved in ivory depicting a naked venus standing with her right arm raised. \n \n \n the cup belongs to the luxury production of the 17th century, when rock crystal was mounted with gilded silver and ivory for parade objects intended for princely collections and wunderkammer. \n \n \n the venus handle and the cherubs on the stem refer to the renaissance and mannerist taste still alive in the 17th century, while the gilded silver mountings with drooping leaves confirm this chronology. for these reasons, the work can be dated to the second half of the 17th century and was probably made in italy. \n \n \n the silver is hallmarked with illegible marks. \n \n height x diameter: 25.5 x 8 cm \n \n height x width of ivory carving stem: 7.4 x 2.6 cm \n \n \n height x width of ivory carving on lid: 6 x 1.5 x 2.5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-216) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso totale: 497,6 gr \n antica coppa in cristallo di rocca, avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) e argento dorato. \n \n il piede in cristallo di rocca, di forma ottagonale, &egrave; decorato perimetralmente da foglie cesellate in argento dorato e arricchito da elementi vegetali ricadenti; il fusto &egrave; costituito da un gruppo scultoreo in avorio raffigurante putti legati ad un tronco d\u2019albero sopra il quale poggia il corpo, in cristallo di rocca sfaccettato. il coperchio con chiusura ad innesto &egrave; sempre in cristallo di rocca, bordato da una ghiera di foglie cesellate in argento dorato e cimato da una presa scolpita in avorio raffigurante una venere nuda stante con il braccio destro sollevato. \n \n \n la coppa appartiene alla produzione di lusso del seicento quando il cristallo di rocca veniva montato con argento dorato e avorio per oggetti da parata destinati a collezioni principesche e wunderkammer, la presa a venere e i putti del gambo rimandano al gusto rinascimentale e manierista ancora vivo nel xvii secolo mentre le montature in argento dorato con foglie ricadenti confermano questa cronologia, per tali motivi l\u2019opera pu&ograve; essere datata alla seconda met&agrave; del seicento ed essere stata realizzata in area italiana. \n \n \n l\u2019argento &egrave; punzonato con marchi non leggibili. \n \n altezza x diametro: 25,5 x 8 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza scultura avorio fusto: 7,4 x 2,6 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza scultura avorio coperchio: 6 x 1,5 x 2,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-216) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"148","title":{"en":"cup made of rock crystal, ivory and gilded silver, italy, 17th \u2013 18th century","it":"coppa in cristallo di rocca, avorio e argento dorato, italia, xvii \u2013 xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99957/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":7000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.650Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99957,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":7000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99958/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 32 x 72 x 30 cm \n depicting a bear.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 32 x 72 x 30 cm \n raffigurante orso."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"149","title":{"en":"large shungite sculpture, russia, 19th century","it":"grande scultura in shungite, russia, xix secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99958/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt_RussianWorksofArt","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":7000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.652Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99958,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":5500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99959/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99959/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99959/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99959/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight i: 88.3 g. weight ii: 100.3 g \n antique pair of turned and carved elephant ivory chalices (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n each piece rests on a circular base decorated with bas-relief, above which is attached a carved stem depicting a soldier in armour; the body is entirely engraved in bas-relief with heraldic motifs; one specimen features a crowned coat of arms flanked by lions, while the other features a shield surmounted by a small crown with an eagle and surrounded by leafy scrolls. \n \n \n the heraldic rendering and the type of artefact suggest a european production from the 19th century, a period in which ivory was widely used for cups, glasses and parade objects with heraldic elements and figures of warriors. these are therefore works of neo-renaissance or historicist taste, much appreciated in the 19th century in courts and aristocratic collections. \n \n height x diameter i: 18.4 x 4.4 cm \n \n height x diameter ii: 17.9 x 4.3 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-217) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso i: 88,3 gr. peso ii: 100,3 gr \n antica coppia di calici torniti e scolpiti in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n ciascun esemplare poggia su una base circolare decorata a bassorilievoc sopra la quale si innesta il fusto scolpito a tutto tondo a raffigurae un soldato in armatura; il corpo &egrave; interamente inciso a bassorilievo con motivi araldici, in un esemplare compare uno stemma coronato affiancato da leoni, nell\u2019altro uno scudo sormontato da una piccola corona con aquila e circondato da volute fogliate. \n \n \n la resa araldica e la tipologia del manufatto fanno pensare a una produzione europea dell\u2019ottocento, periodo in cui era diffusa la lavorazione dell\u2019avorio per coppe, bicchieri e oggetti da parata con elementi araldici e figure di guerrieri. si tratta quindi di opere di gusto neo-rinascimentale o storicista, molto apprezzate nel xix secolo nelle corti e nelle collezioni aristocratiche. \n \n altezza x diametro i: 18,4 x 4,4 cm \n \n altezza x diametro ii: 17,9 x 4,3 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-217) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"150","title":{"en":"a pair of ivory chalices, europe, 19th century","it":"coppia di calici in avorio, europa, xix secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99959/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":5500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:26.653Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99959,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99960/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99960/002/002.jpg"],"artist":{"en":"raffaello guidi (1585 - 1615) sphere of cornelis galle iii sphere of","it":"raffaello guidi (1585 - 1615) ambito di cornelis galle iii ambito di"},"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x depth: 15.8 x 9.9 cm. weight: 29.5 g \n antique and rare devotional engraving depicting the holy family, with the virgin mary, saint joseph, the baby jesus, and saint john. \n the work features a meticulous engraving on elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), subsequently retouched with indian ink to enhance the definition of the lines and the chiaroscuro effect. the scene depicts the holy family gathered around a domestic table, with the baby jesus in the centre, the virgin mary in a pensive pose, st joseph behind her and st john, recognisable by the processional cross on the right.  \n the theme, known as the holy family with the porridge bowl, belongs to an iconographic typology that highlights the everyday humanity of the holy family, emphasising the infant nutrition of christ.  \n the engraving shows tight, calibrated hatching, with clear references to late mannerist graphics from rome and siena, while the choice of ivory as a support\u2014extremely rare for works of this kind\u2014 gives the piece a precious character, probably intended for a cultured and private clientele, combining the charm of mannerist graphics with the rarity of the medium. \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-229) \n \n \n literature: \n  \n comparisons : \n \n  there are two similar but not identical examples of the same composition: in the two engravings compared, saint joseph is depicted picking cherries and an angel is depicted in place of saint john. \n  \n \n  i. met, new york: the holy family with the porridge bowl (c. 1580\u20131614), engraving by raffaello guidi (active in rome 1585\u20131615) based on an invention by francesco vanni (siena, 1563\u20131610). \n  \n \n  ii. pinacoteca nazionale di bologna, gabinetto dei disegni e delle stampe: a variant engraved by cornelis galle iii (c. 1642 \u2013 post 1670), where the composition is enriched with details and leans towards a later baroque style. \n  \n \n  although this ivory engraving derives from these graphic models, it differs from them in some compositional solutions and in its material transposition, falling within the practice of translations and reworkings that characterised the spread of vanni's inventions in italy and the flemish area. \n  \n \n  the artwork in question belongs to a transitional phase between late 16th-century mannerism and the naturalistic sensibilities of the early 17th century. the rarity of the technique \u2014 engraving on ivory, destined to remain a unique piece or to circulate in extremely limited numbers \u2014 increases its interest to collectors. the use of ivory, an unusual medium for matrices, transforms the sacred scene into a precious devotional object and wunderkammer piece.","it":"altezza x larghezza: 15,8 x 9,9 cm. peso: 29,5 gr \n antica e rara incisione devozionale raffigurante la sacra famiglia, con la vergine, san giuseppe, il bambino ges&ugrave; e san giovannino. \n l\u2019opera presenta una minuziosa incisione su avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), successivamente ripassata a china, per esaltare la definizione delle linee e la resa chiaroscurale. la scena raffigura la sacra famiglia riunita intorno a un desco domestico, con il bambino ges&ugrave; al centro, la vergine in atteggiamento assorto, san giuseppe alle sue spalle e san giovannino che, sulla destra, si riconosce dalla croce astile.  \n il tema, noto come the holy family with the porridge bowl, appartiene a una tipologia iconografica che mette in risalto l\u2019umanit&agrave; quotidiana della sacra famiglia, ponendo l\u2019accento sulla nutrizione infantile di cristo.  \n l\u2019esecuzione incisoria mostra un tratteggio serrato e calibrato, con chiari riferimenti alla grafica tardo-manierista di ambito romano e senese, mentre la scelta del supporto in avorio \u2014 estremamente raro per opere di questo genere \u2014 conferisce al manufatto un carattere prezioso destinato probabilmente a committenza colta e privata, che unisce il fascino della grafica manierista alla rarit&agrave; del supporto. \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-229) \n \n \n bibliografia: \n  \n comparazioni : \n  \n sono noti due esemplari simili, ma non identici della medesima composizione: nelle due incisioni prese a confronto san giuseppe &egrave; infatti rappresentato nell\u2019atto di cogliere delle ciliegie e al posto di san giovannino &egrave; raffigurato un angelo. \n \n  i. met, new york: the holy family with the porridge bowl (ca. 1580\u20131614), incisione di raffaello guidi (attivo a roma 1585\u20131615) su invenzione di francesco vanni (siena, 1563\u20131610). \n  \n \n  ii. pinacoteca nazionale di bologna, gabinetto dei disegni e delle stampe: una variante incisa da cornelis galle iii (1642 ca. \u2013 post 1670), dove la composizione si arricchisce di particolari e si orienta verso un gusto pi&ugrave; tardo-barocco. \n  \n \n  la presente incisione su avorio, pur derivando da questi modelli grafici, se ne discosta per alcune soluzioni compositive e per la trasposizione materiale, rientrando in quella prassi di traduzioni e rielaborazioni che caratterizzarono la diffusione delle invenzioni di vanni in italia e in area fiamminga. \n  \n \n  l\u2019opera in esame si colloca in una fase di passaggio tra il manierismo tardo-cinquecentesco e le sensibilit&agrave; naturalistiche del primo seicento. la rarit&agrave; della tecnica \u2014 incisione su avorio, destinata a restare pezzo unico o a circolazione estremamente limitata \u2014 aumenta il suo interesse collezionistico. l\u2019uso dell\u2019avorio, supporto non usuale per matrici, trasforma infatti la scena sacra in un prezioso oggetto devozionale e da wunderkammer."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"151","url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99960/view","tags":["itArt_EngravingsEtchings","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.230Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99960,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99961/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 3255 g \n antique elephant ivory crucifix (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), finely carved in the round and placed on a cherry wood cross with an ivory front and ebony (diospyros spp) side panels. \n \n the figure of christ consists of three distinct elements: the body and the two arms. the body is represented with composure, in keeping with the sacrifice, with a sober anatomical rendering that hints at the musculature of the torso and limbs; the nailed hands convey a restrained sense of pain and resignation. \n \n \n the head is turned to the right, with eyes half-closed and turned towards the sky, evoking a calm and introspective expression. the hair, soft and curly like the beard, topped with a crown of thorns, falls over the shoulders, delicately framing the face. \n \n \n the torso is carved with a slight tension, revealing the abdominal muscles and ribs. his legs, slightly bent to the right, draw the eye to his feet, which are nailed separately. the loincloth is sculpted with a refined play of fluid folds and draped with great skill, supported by a double cord and tied on the left hip, from which a large drape falls. the cross is mounted on a rectangular stepped base resting on lion feet, painted in faux tortoiseshell and decorated with ebonised wood edges; the work is completed by decorative elements in gilded metal and wood. \n \n \n the elegance of the ivory sculpture, the refinement of the anatomical rendering and the expressive composure denote a work of high quality, intended for a cultured and devout clientele. the figure of christ can be attributed to 18th-century italian production, while the wooden cross and the faux tortoiseshell painted base, enriched with gilded metal inserts and ebonised elements, are from a later period, probably the late 19th century, added to enhance and highlight the original sculpture. \n \n \n height x width x depth: 72.5 x 28 x 23 cm \n \n \n height x width of christ: 24.5 x 21.5 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth of cross: 58.5 x 35 x 1.5 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth of base: 15 x 28 x 23.5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-206) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso totale: 3255 gr \n antico crocifisso in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 o loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), finemente scolpito a tutto tondo posto su una croce in legno di ciliegio con fronte in avorio e parti laterali lastronate in ebano (diospyros spp). \n \n la figura del cristo &egrave; costituita da tre elementi distinti, il corpo e le due braccia. il corpo &egrave; rappresentato con compostezza, nella misura del sacrificio, con una resa anatomica sobria che accenna la muscolatura del busto e degli arti; le mani inchiodate trasmettono un senso contenuto di dolore e rassegnazione.la testa &egrave; rivolta verso destra, con gli occhi socchiusi e rivolti al cielo, evocando un\u2019espressione pacata e introspettiva. la capigliatura, morbida e ricciuta come la barba, sormontata da una corona di spine, ricade sulle spalle incorniciando delicatamente il volto. il busto &egrave; lavorato con una leggera tensione, che lascia intravedere i muscoli addominali e le costole. le gambe, leggermente flesse verso destra, conducono lo sguardo ai piedi, inchiodati separatamente. il perizoma &egrave; scolpito con un raffinato gioco di pieghe fluide e drappeggiate con grande maestria, sostenuto da un doppio cordone e annodato sul fianco sinistro, da cui si ricade un ampio drappo. \n \n \n la croce, &egrave; montata su una base rettangolare a gradini, poggiante su piedi leonini, dipinta in finta tartaruga e decorata con bordi in legno ebanizzato; completano l\u2019opera alcuni elementi decorativi in metallo dorato e legno. \n \n \n l\u2019eleganza della scultura in avorio, la raffinatezza della resa anatomica e la compostezza espressiva denotano un\u2019opera di alta qualit&agrave;, destinata a una committenza colta e devota. la figura del cristo pu&ograve; essere ascritta alla produzione italiana del xviii secolo, mentre la croce lignea e il basamento dipinto in finta tartaruga, arricchiti da inserti in metallo dorato ed elementi ebanizzati, risultano di epoca successiva, verosimilmente della fine del xix secolo, aggiunti per esaltare e valorizzare la scultura originaria. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; totali: 72,5 x 28 x 23 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza cristo: 24,5 x 21,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; croce: 58,5 x 35 x 1,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 15 x 28 x 23,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-206) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"152","title":{"en":"ivory corpus christi, italy, 18th century","it":"corpus christi in avorio, italia, xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99961/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.238Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99961,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99962/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99962/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99962/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 30 x 24 x 4.5 cm. height x width ivory: 19 x 13 cm. total weight: 1053.5 g \n antique carved elephant ivory plaque (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) most likely depicting the theme of hercules and omphale, within a wooden frame painted to imitate tortoiseshell, with thin intertwined metal elements along the edges. \n \n the carved scene depicts two naked figures, a muscular man holding a lion skin next to him with a club in his right hand and a woman, also naked, standing in front of him. \n \n \n the club and the skin of the nemean lion are typical attributes of hercules, while the female figure next to him, engaged in conversation, with an elegant posture and her hair tied back, can be interpreted as omphale, queen of lydia, who, according to myth, reduced hercules to servitude and forced him to live with her in women's clothing. omphale is often depicted naked beside him. in canonical depictions, omphale may wear the lion's skin and/or wield the club, while hercules is sometimes humiliated with a distaff and spindle. \n \n \n the relief shows plastic bodies, michelangelo-esque proportions and refined modelling, characteristics typical of the flemish baroque style. the treatment of the vigorous bodies, the highly polished flesh, the fineness of the details and the frame reminiscent of 17th-century taste are perfectly in line with the work of franciscus van bossuit (1635\u20131692) \u2013 a famous flemish ivory sculptor, active mainly in italy and then in amsterdam, known for his plaques with mythological and biblical subjects \u2013 or that of his circle. the oval faces with straight noses, small mouths, and wavy hair gathered in chignons for the female figures are echoed in the rijksmuseum's \u201cvenus and adonis\u201d. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-226) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 30 x 24 x 4,5 cm. altezza x larghezza avorio: 19 x 13 cm. peso totale: 1053,5 gr \n antica placca in avorio di elefante intagliato (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffigurante molto probabilmente il tema di ercole ed onfale, entro cornice lignea dipinta ad imitare la tartaruga, con sottili elementi metallici a intreccio lungo i bordi. \n \n la scena scolpita raffigura due figure nude, un uomo, muscoloso, che tiene accanto a s&eacute; la pelle di un leone con una clava nella mano destra e una donna, anch\u2019essa nuda, in piedi di fronte a lui. \n \n \n la clava e la pelle del leone di nemea: sono gli attributi tipici di ercole, mentre la figura femminile accanto, in atto di conversazione, con atteggiamento elegante e capelli raccolti, pu&ograve; essere interpretata come onfale, regina di lidia, che secondo il mito ridusse ercole in condizione servile e lo costrinse a vivere accanto a lei in abiti femminili.; onfale &egrave; spesso rappresentata nuda accanto a lui. nelle raffigurazioni canoniche onfale pu&ograve; indossare la pelle del leone e/o impugnare la clava, mentre ercole &egrave; talvolta umiliato con conocchia e fuso. \n \n \n il rilievo mostra corpi plastici, proporzioni michelangiolesche e un modellato raffinato, caratteristiche tipiche dell\u2019ambiente barocco fiammingo. il trattamento dei corpi vigorosi, le carni lucidissime, la finezza dei dettagli e la cornice che richiama il gusto seicentesco sono perfettamente in linea con la produzione di franciscus van bossuit (1635\u20131692) \u2013 celebre scultore fiammingo in avorio, attivo soprattutto in italia e poi ad amsterdam, noto per le sue placche con soggetti mitologici e biblici - o quella della sua cerchia. i volti ovali con naso diritto, bocche piccole, capelli mossi e raccolti a chignon per la figura femminile trovano riscontri nella \u201cvenere e adone\u201d del rijksmuseum. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-226) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"153","title":{"en":"ivory plaque, flemish area, 17th century","it":"placca in avorio, area fiamminga, xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99962/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"soldPrice":5500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.241Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99962,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99963/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99963/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99963/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 22.5 x 27 x 5 cm. height x width ivory: 11.5 x 7.5 cm. total weight: 898.5 g \n antique plaque in elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), framed in ebonised wood and decorated with thin golden frames alternating with dark wood, creating an elegant contrast. \n \n the carving depicts a reclining venus in the foreground, with her private parts covered, resting her head on her arm in a gesture of repose. in the background, two figures emerge, one male and one female: the man gestures to the woman to be silent, in an enigmatic gesture. \n \n \n the reclining venus recalls the classical iconography of the goddess of love and beauty. \n \n \n the man's gesture on the back, inviting silence, could allude to myths related to amorous secrets or clandestine encounters, but without other specific attributes, the precise identification remains open, suggesting an allegorical representation of love, seduction and discretion. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-227) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 22,5 x 27 x 5 cm altezza x larghezza avorio: 11,5 x 7,5 cm peso totale: 898,5 gr \n antica placca in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) incorniciata in legno ebanizzato e decorata con sottili cornici dorate che si alternano al legno scuro, creando un elegante contrasto. \n \n l\u2019intaglio raffigurata in primo piano una venere distesa, con le parti intime coperte, che poggia la testa su un braccio in un gesto di riposo. sullo sfondo, emergono due figure, una maschile e una femminile: l\u2019uomo fa segno di silenzio alla donna, in un gesto enigmatico. \n \n \n la venere distesa richiama le iconografie classiche della dea dell\u2019amore e della bellezza. il gesto dell\u2019uomo sul retro, che invita al silenzio, potrebbe alludere a miti legati a segreti amorosi o incontri clandestini, tuttavia, senza altri attributi specifici l\u2019identificazione precisa rimane aperta lasciando pensare a una rappresentazione allegorica dell\u2019amore, della seduzione e della discrezione. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-227) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"154","title":{"en":"ivory plaque, austro-flemish area, 17th \u2013 18th century","it":"placca in avorio, area austro-fiamminga, xvii \u2013 xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99963/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.242Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99963,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":4800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99964/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99964/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99964/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99964/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width: 18.2 x 2.3 x 4.9 cm. height x widt x depth base: 9 x 10 x 6.4 cm. ivory weight: 270 g. total weight: 751 g \n \n \n sculpted in the round, the saint is depicted standing, wearing a dominican habit and a metal halo attached to the back of his head. \n \n \n he holds a closed book in his left hand and raises his right hand in an oratorical gesture. \n \n \n on his chest stands out the flaming sun, emblem of his theological wisdom. \n \n \n the face is delicately modelled, the drapery is soft and realistic, an expression of the island's baroque sculpture. the figure rests on a finely carved baroque alabaster base decorated with scrolls. \n \n \n due to the quality of the workmanship, the accuracy of the details and the choice of fine materials, this sculpture fits right into the refined sicilian devotional production between the 17th and 18th centuries. \n \n \n the work reflects not only the profound religiousness of the period, but also the cultured taste and prestige of the private patrons for whom it was intended. \n \n \n on the back of the sculpture is an inscription with the words \u201cpalermo - de ciccio\u201d. the sculpture was probably part of the collection of the collector and antiquarian mario de ciccio, a refined exponent of an elite culture of the late 19th century. \n \n  \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-178)","it":"altezza x larghezza: 18,2 x 2,3 x 4,9 cm. altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 9 x 10 x 6,4 cm. peso avorio: 270 gr. peso totale: 751 gr \n scolpita a tutto tondo, il santo &egrave; rappresentato in piedi, con l\u2019abito domenicano e un\u2019aureola in metallo applicata posteriormente alla testa. \n \n tiene un libro chiuso nella mano sinistra e alza la destra in gesto oratorio. sul petto si distingue il sole fiammeggiante, emblema della sua sapienza teologica. \n \n \n il volto &egrave; delicatamente modellato, i panneggi sono morbidi e realistici, espressione della scultura barocca isolana. la figura poggia su una base barocca in alabastro finemente scolpito con decorazioni a volute. \n \n \n questa scultura, per la qualit&agrave; della lavorazione, l\u2019accuratezza dei dettagli e la scelta dei materiali pregiati, si inserisce a pieno titolo nella raffinata produzione devozionale siciliana tra il xvii ed il xviii secolo. \n \n \n l\u2019opera riflette non solo la profonda religiosit&agrave; dell\u2019epoca, ma anche il gusto colto e il prestigio delle committenze private a cui era destinata. \n \n sul retro della scultura &egrave; presente un\u2019iscrizione dove si intravede la scritta \u201cpalermo \u2013 de ciccio\u201d. probabilmente la scultura faceva parte della collezione del collezionista e antiquario mario de ciccio, un raffinato esponente di una cultura di &eacute;lite di matrice tardo-ottocentesca. \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-178)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"155","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting saint thomas aquinas, sicily, late 17th - early 18th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante san tommaso d'aquino, sicilia, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99964/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itDecorativeArts_Figurines","itDecorativeArts","itArt","itDecorativeArts_all","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":4800,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.244Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99964,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99965/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99965/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99965/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"total height x width x depth: 21 x 10 x 4.8 cm. height x width sculpture: 15 x 4.5 cm. total weight: 188 g \n the saint is depicted with extraordinary anatomical attention: the muscles are rendered with softness and naturalism, while the slender and elegant posture follows a typically baroque twist. he is depicted nude, following the classic iconography, except for a cloth that encircles his hips, and is tied to a simeto amber tree trunk, an element that enhances the contrast with the whiteness of the ivory. \n \n the figure rests on a wooden temple-like architectural base painted in polychrome, embellished with mother-of-pearl inserts and an eight-pointed cross, probably a symbol of the order of malta, perhaps a devotional or heraldic reference. \n \n \n the work is distinguished by the refinement of the materials used and the compositional balance between the drama of the martyr figure and the preciousness of the architectural base. \n \n \n the meticulous carving of ivory, the use of amber as a natural and symbolic element, and the refinement of the marble and mother-of-pearl structure suggest a cultured clientele and a devotional or collectors' destination. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-102)","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; totali: 21 x 10 x 4,8 cm. altezza x larghezza figura: 15 x 4,5 cm. peso complessivo: 188 gr \n il santo &egrave; raffigurato con una straordinaria attenzione anatomica: i muscoli sono resi con morbidezza e naturalismo, mentre la postura slanciata ed elegante segue una torsione tipicamente barocca. &egrave; raffigurato nudo, seguendo la classica iconografia, ad eccezione di un panno che gli cinge i fianchi, ed &egrave; legato a un tronco d\u2019albero in ambra del simeto, elemento che esalta il contrasto con il candore dell\u2019avorio. \n \n la figura poggia su una base architettonica lignea a tempietto dipinta in policromia, arricchita da inserti di madreperla e da una croce a otto punte, probabilmente simbolo dell\u2019ordine di malta, forse un riferimento devozionale o araldico. \n \n \n l'opera si distingue per la raffinatezza dei materiali impiegati e per l\u2019equilibrio compositivo tra la drammaticit&agrave; della figura martirale e la preziosit&agrave; della base architettonica. l\u2019intaglio minuzioso dell\u2019avorio, l\u2019utilizzo dell\u2019ambra come elemento naturale e simbolico, e la ricercatezza della struttura in marmo e madreperla suggeriscono una committenza colta e una destinazione devozionale o collezionistica \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-102)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"156","title":{"en":"ivory carving depicting st. sebastian, italy, mid-17th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante san sebastiano, italia, met&agrave; xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99965/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itDecorativeArts_Figurines","itDecorativeArts","itArt","itDecorativeArts_all","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"soldPrice":6500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.246Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99965,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":3800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99966/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99966/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99966/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99966/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width: 16.7 x 6 x 3.8 cm. total weight: 159.5 g \n sculpted in the round, placed on a rich mother-of-pearl cloud decoration and resting on an alabaster base. \n \n the virgin is depicted according to traditional iconography, standing with the child jesus on her left arm, while with her right hand she seems to be making a protective gesture. the attitude is majestic and at the same time maternal, conforming to the model of the venerated marian image preserved at the sanctuary of the annunziata in trapani. the drapery is sculpted with great fluidity, full of soft, deep folds that give movement to the figure. the madonna's face is gentle and serene and the child is depicted in a lively but composed attitude. \n \n \n bases of this type, composed of fine materials such as alabaster and mother-of-pearl were widely used in sicily and even more so in trapani because of their value and luminosity. among the most renowned trapani sculptors and carvers of the 18th century were the brothers andrea and alberto tipa, known for their skill in working with fine materials such as ivory, coral, amber, and shell. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-177)","it":"altezza x larghezza: 16,7 x 6 x 3,8 cm. peso complessivo: 159,5 gr \n scolpita a tutto tondo, posta su una ricca decorazione di nuvole in madreperla e poggiante su una base in alabastro. \n \n la vergine &egrave; raffigurata secondo l\u2019iconografia tradizionale, in piedi, con il bambino ges&ugrave; sul braccio sinistro, mentre con la mano destra sembra accennare un gesto protettivo. l\u2019atteggiamento &egrave; maestoso e insieme materno, conforme al modello della venerata immagine mariana conservata presso il santuario dell\u2019annunziata a trapani. il panneggio &egrave; scolpito con grande fluidit&agrave;, ricco di pieghe morbide e profonde che donano movimento alla figura. il volto della madonna &egrave; dolce, sereno ed il bambino &egrave; raffigurato in atteggiamento vivace ma composto. \n \n \n basamenti di questa tipologia, composti da materiali pregiati quali alabastro e madreperla erano molto usati in sicilia e ancor pi&ugrave; a trapani per il loro pregio e luminosit&agrave;; tra i pi&ugrave; rinomati scultori e intagliatori trapanesi del xviii secolo troviamo i fratelli andrea e alberto tipa, noti per la loro abilit&agrave; nel lavorare materiali pregiati come avorio, corallo, ambra e conchiglia. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-177)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"157","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting the madonna of trapani, sicily, late 17th - early 18th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante la madonna di trapani, sicilia, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99966/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itDecorativeArts_Figurines","itDecorativeArts","itArt","itDecorativeArts_all","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":3800,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.248Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99966,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99967/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight: 1043 g \n the figure of christ carved in elephant ivory, finely sculpted in the round and composed of three parts joined together: the body with the loincloth and the arms. the figure is characterized by accurate modeling, harmonious proportions, and anatomical realism typical of high-quality devotional sculpture. the cross, made of rosewood, is embellished with rich mother-of-pearl inlays forming floral and ornamental motifs distributed throughout the surface, culminating in trilobed terminals in baroque style. \n \n \n  \n \n height x width x depth of cross: 69 x 33.5 x 2 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth of christ: 23 x 16.5 x 5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union.","it":"peso: 1043 gr \n la figura del cristo scolpita in avorio di elefante, finemente scolpito a tutto tondo e composto da tre parti unite tra loro, il corpo con il perizoma e le braccia. la figura &egrave; caratterizzata da un modellato accurato, proporzioni armoniose e un realismo anatomico tipico della scultura devozionale di alta qualit&agrave;. la croce, in palissandro, &egrave; impreziosita da ricchi intarsi in madreperla che formano motivi floreali e ornamentali distribuiti lungo tutta la superficie, culminando in terminali trilobati di gusto barocco. \n \n \n  \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; croce: 69 x 33,5 x 2 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; cristo: 23 x 16,5 x 5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"158","title":{"en":"ivory and mother-of-pearl christ, italy, 18th century","it":"cristo avorio e madreperla, italia, xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99967/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.250Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99967,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99968/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 434 g \n antique elephant ivory carving (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finely sculpted in the round depicting a standing female figure. \n \n the woman is depicted in a slightly contorted position, with her face tilted and her gaze turned downwards, in an attitude of composed elegance. she wears a draped dress that leaves part of her bust uncovered and creates a fluid movement of folds and crosses, sculpted to enhance the softness of the material and the figure. in her left hand she holds a snake, a significant iconographic element that directs the interpretation of the subject towards an allegorical figure. in western symbolic culture, the snake can represent knowledge, ancient wisdom, or prudence understood as a rational virtue. \n \n \n the figure could represent an allegory of wisdom or prudence, two female personifications recurring in baroque and rococo art. \n \n \n the snake symbolises knowledge and discernment in both cases, according to a classical symbolism widely used in allegorical art. \n \n \n the sculpture rests on a cylindrical base in marbled wood, decorated with bands and frames in gilded metal, in keeping with the precious and spectacular taste of the period. \n \n \n the naturalistic rendering of the drapery, the relaxed posture and the serene expression of the face suggest an allegorical or mythological subject, typical of european artistic production between the 17th and 18th centuries. \n \n \n height x diameter: 27 x 9 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth figure: 16 x 6 x 3 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-210) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso complessivo: 434 gr \n antica scultura in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finemente scolpita a tutto tondo a raffigurare una figura femminile stante. \n \n la donna &egrave; rappresentata in posizione leggermente contrapposta, con il volto inclinato e lo sguardo rivolto verso il basso, in un atteggiamento di composta eleganza. indossa un abito drappeggiato che lascia scoperta parte del busto e crea un movimento fluido di pieghe e incroci, scolpiti per esaltare la morbidezza della materia e della figura. nella mano sinistra regge un serpente, elemento iconografico significativo che orienta l\u2019interpretazione del soggetto verso una figura allegorica. il serpente, nella cultura simbolica occidentale, pu&ograve; rappresentare la conoscenza, la saggezza antica, oppure la prudenza intesa come virt&ugrave; razionale. la figura potrebbe rappresentare un\u2019allegoria della sapienza o della prudenza, due personificazioni femminili ricorrenti tra barocco e rococ&ograve;. il serpente simboleggia in entrambi i casi la conoscenza e il discernimento, secondo una simbologia classica ampiamente diffusa in ambito allegorico. \n \n \n la scultura poggia su una base cilindrica in legno marmorizzato, decorata con fasce e cornici in metallo dorato, in linea con il gusto prezioso e scenografico dell\u2019epoca. \n \n \n la resa naturalistica del panneggio, la postura rilassata e l\u2019espressione serena del volto suggeriscono un soggetto allegorico o mitologico, tipico della produzione artistica europea tra xvii e xviii secolo. \n \n \n altezza x diametro: 27 x 9 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; figura: 16 x 6 x 3 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-210) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"lotNumber":"159","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting a female figure, central-southern europe, 17th - 18th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante figura femminile, europa centro-meridionale, xvii - xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99968/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itDecorativeArts_Figurines","itDecorativeArts","itArt","itDecorativeArts_all","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":2200,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:25.252Z","textCase":"lower","currency":"EUR","id":99968},{"startPrice":2200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99969/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99969/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99969/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99969/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99969/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 181 g \n antique elephant ivory carving (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finely sculpted in the round depicting a standing warrior, dressed in a short military tunic and helmet, holding a sword in his right hand and an oval shield in his left. the shield is decorated with a grotesque face with marked features, a flowing beard and open mouth, reminiscent of the apotropaic tradition. \n \n the image of the warrior conveys the idea of strength, courage and protection, while the shield with the mask represents a means of defence that is not only physical but also symbolic, as it is intended to repel evil and frighten enemies. this motif derives from classical antiquity, in particular from the gorgoneion, the face of medusa used on shields as a talisman, but in the renaissance and baroque periods it was reworked in an ornamental key with grotesque or theatrical faces. \n \n \n the sculpture rests on a cylindrical wooden base painted to imitate marble, decorated with bands and frames in gilded metal, in keeping with the precious and spectacular taste of the period. \n \n \n the naturalistic rendering of the drapery, the relaxed posture and the serene expression of the face suggest an allegorical or mythological subject, typical of european artistic production between the 16th and 18th centuries. \n \n \n height x diameter: 24 x 5 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth figure: 15.5 x 4.5 x 2.5 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-211) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso complessivo: 181 gr \n antica scultura in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finemente scolpita a tutto tondo a raffigurare un guerriero in piedi, vestito con una corta tunica militare e un elmo e stringe nella mano destra una spada mentre con la sinistra sostiene uno scudo ovale. lo scudo &egrave; decorato con un volto grottesco dai tratti marcati, con barba fluente e bocca aperta, che richiama la tradizione apotropaica. l\u2019immagine del guerriero rimanda all\u2019idea di forza, valore e protezione, mentre lo scudo con la maschera rappresenta un mezzo di difesa non solo fisica ma anche simbolica, in quanto volto a respingere il male e spaventare i nemici. questo motivo deriva dall\u2019antichit&agrave; classica, in particolare dal gorgoneion, il volto di medusa usato sugli scudi come talismano, ma nel rinascimento e nel barocco venne rielaborato in chiave ornamentale con volti grotteschi o teatrali. \n \n la scultura poggia su una base cilindrica in legno dipinto a imitazione del marmo, decorata con fasce e cornici in metallo dorato, in linea con il gusto prezioso e scenografico dell\u2019epoca. \n \n \n la figura armata e lo scudo con maschera apotropaica rimandano a un gusto antiquario e simbolico, caratteristico delle raffinate produzioni in avorio dell\u2019europa tra xvi e xviii secolo. \n \n \n altezza x diametro: 24 x 5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; figura: 15,5 x 4,5 x 2,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-220) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x diametro: 23,5 x 5,2 cm. altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio: 15 x 6 x 3 cm. peso complessivo: 217,5 gr \n antica scultura in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finemente scolpita a tutto tondo a raffigurare una figura maschile stante, poggiante su una base cilindrica in legno dipinto a finto marmo. \n \n l\u2019uomo, barbato e con capelli mossi raccolti posteriormente, indossa una lunga veste con panneggi ampi che cadono in pieghe regolari fino ai piedi, lasciando intravedere i sandali. nella mano sinistra regge un libro chiuso, mentre la destra &egrave; sollevata in un gesto oratorio, come a sottolineare la parola o l\u2019insegnamento. potrebbe rappresentare san paolo, anche se manca la spada, simbolo del suo martirio; san pietro, la cui barba &egrave; lunga ma mancano le chiavi, attributo principale; un profeta dell\u2019antico testamento, spesso raffigurato con rotolo o libro in atteggiamento di proclamazione o scrittura; oppure un evangelista del nuovo testamento che appare con libro ma di solito con il proprio simbolo, qui assente. \n \n \n l\u2019uso della base cilindrica in legno dipinto &egrave; piuttosto comune nelle produzioni tedesche e austriache, che prediligevano soluzioni sobrie ma funzionali all\u2019esposizione in collezioni e wunderkammern. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-220) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"161","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture, central-southern europe, 17th-18th century","it":"scultura in avorio, europa centro-meridionale, xvii - xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99970/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.920Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99970,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99971/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99971/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99971/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99971/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width: 12 x 3.7 cm. total weight: 86.5 g \n sculpted in the round, caught in an attitude of intense spirituality. \n \n the figure is depicted with her arms folded across her breast and her gaze lowered, in a gesture of recollection and humble acceptance, typical of depictions of the virgin mary at the moment of the annunciation, or even the more generic theme of the virgin in prayer. \n \n \n the artwork is distinguished by the refined workmanship of the drapery, which softly envelops the body, creating a fluid and realistic dynamism. the face, gentle and delicately modelled, is framed by hair gathered with sober elegance. \n \n \n the sculpture rests on a turned ivory base, emphasising its character as a private devotional object. \n \n \n this kind of representation was intended for domestic devotion, often part of small private altars or noble collections, and reflects the profound religiousness and high artistic level of island production of the time. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-176)","it":"altezza x larghezza: 12 x 3,7 cm. peso complessivo: 86,5 gr \n scolpita a tutto tondo, in un atteggiamento di intensa spiritualit&agrave;. la figura &egrave; rappresentata con le braccia conserte sul petto e lo sguardo abbassato, in un gesto di raccoglimento e umile accettazione, tipico delle rappresentazioni della madonna nel momento dell\u2019annunciazione, o anche al tema pi&ugrave; generico della vergine in preghiera. \n \n l'opera si distingue per la raffinata lavorazione del panneggio, che avvolge morbidamente il corpo creando un dinamismo fluido e realistico. il volto, dolce e delicatamente modellato, &egrave; incorniciato da capelli raccolti con sobria eleganza. \n \n \n la scultura poggia su un basamento in avorio tornito che ne sottolinea il carattere di oggetto devozionale privato. \n \n \n questo tipo di raffigurazione era destinata alla devozione domestica, spesso parte di piccoli altari privati o collezioni nobiliari, e riflette la profonda religiosit&agrave; e l\u2019alto livello artistico della produzione isolana del tempo. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-038)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"164","title":{"en":"ivory corpus christi, italy or france, 17th-18th centuries","it":"crocifisso in avorio, italia o francia, xvii-xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99973/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.925Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99973,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99974/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 17.5 x 8 x 7.5 cm. weight: 181.8 g. \n depicting the goddess venus in a pose that directly recalls sandro botticelli's famous \u201cbirth of venus.\u201d the goddess stands in a venus pudica pose. the distinctive element is the large shell that serves as a base, recalling the legend of her emergence from the sea foam. the figure is characterized by long, wavy, detailed hair, and a light drape partially envelops her body and neck. \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 17,5 x 8 x 7,5 cm. peso: 181,8 gr. \n raffigurante la dea venere in una posa che richiama direttamente la celebre \"nascita di venere\" di sandro botticelli. la dea si erge in piedi in una posa di venus pudica. l'elemento distintivo &egrave; la grande conchiglia che funge da base, richiamando la leggenda della sua emersione dalla spuma del mare. la figura &egrave; caratterizzata da lunghi capelli mossi e dettagliati, e un leggero drappeggio le avvolge parzialmente il corpo e il collo. \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"165","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting venus, great britain, 20th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante venere, gran bretagna, xx secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99974/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.927Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99974,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99975/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99975/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99975/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99975/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99975/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"antique group of four elephant ivory carvings (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finely carved in the round to depict the four seasons. \n \n the women are depicted semi-nude, with light drapery covering part of their bodies and attributes that indicate their allegorical identity as personifications of the seasons. spring carries a bouquet of roses and brings one close to her nose, summer holds ripe fruit and brings a piece to her mouth, autumn clutches a goblet and bunches of grapes, and winter is wrapped in drapery. the bodies are soft and elongated, the drapery falls in fine folds, the faces are small and smooth with gathered hairstyles, in keeping with the elegant taste of a study object. \n \n \n in terms of style and subject matter, these figures appear to belong to the tradition of small ivory sculptures made between the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly in germany and austria, where augsburg and nuremberg were renowned centres for carving, but italian production cannot be ruled out. \n \n \n the choice of ivory, a precious and sought-after material, together with the theme of the four seasons, testifies to the erudite and symbolic taste of the wunderkammern and aristocratic collections of the time. \n \n \n height x x width x depth basis: 4.5 x 5.5 x 5.3 cm \n \n \n height x width figure i: 11 x 2.6 cm \n \n \n height x width figure ii: 10.2 x 2.9 cm \n \n \n height x width figure iii: 11 x 3 cm \n \n \n height x width figure iv: 10,4 x 3 cm \n \n \n weight basis: approx. 45 g each \n \n \n estimated ivory weight figure i: 35 g \n \n \n estimated ivory weight figure ii: 37.5 g \n \n \n estimated ivory weight figure iii: 43.5 g \n \n \n estimated ivory weight figure iv: 29 g \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-212) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"antico gruppo di quattro sculture in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) finemente scolpite a tutto tondo a raffigurare le quattro stagioni. \n \n le donne sono raffigurate seminude, con panneggi leggeri che avvolgono parte del corpo e attributi che ne indicano l\u2019identit&agrave; allegorica come personificazioni delle stagioni. la primavera porta un mazzetto di rose e ne avvicina una al naso, l\u2019estate regge frutta matura e ne porta un frutto alla bocca, l\u2019autunno stringe un calice e grappoli d\u2019uva e l\u2019inverno &egrave; avvolto in un panneggio. i corpi sono morbidi e allungati, i panneggi cadono in pieghe fini, i volti sono piccoli e levigati con acconciature raccolte, secondo un gusto elegante da oggetto da studiolo. \n \n \n per stile e soggetto queste figure sembrano collocarsi nella tradizione delle piccole sculture in avorio realizzate tra xvii e xviii secolo, in particolare nell\u2019area tedesca o austriaca, dove augusta e norimberga furono centri rinomati per l\u2019intaglio, ma non &egrave; da escludere una produzione dell\u2019italia. \n \n \n la scelta dell\u2019avorio, materiale prezioso e ricercato, insieme al tema delle quattro stagioni, testimonia il gusto erudito e simbolico delle wunderkammern e delle collezioni aristocratiche dell\u2019epoca. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; basi: 4,5 x 5,5 x 5,3 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza figura i: 11 x 2,6 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza figura ii: 10,2 x 2,9 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza figura iii: 11 x 3 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza figura iv: 10,4 x 3 cm \n \n \n peso basi: 45 gr cad. circa \n \n \n peso stimato avorio figura i: 35 gr \n \n \n peso stimato avorio figura ii: 37,5 gr \n \n \n peso stimato avorio figura iii: 43,5 gr \n \n \n peso stimato avorio figura iv: 29 gr \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-212) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"166","title":{"en":"ivory sculptures depicting the four seasons, germany (?), 17th - 18th century","it":"sculture in avorio raffiguranti le quattro stagioni, germania (?), xvii - xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99975/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.928Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99975,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":2400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99976/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99976/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99976/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99976/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 148.7 g \n carved in the round depicting the madonna and child. \n \n the virgin is depicted in an upright position, with a solemn but at the same time maternal pose; the right arm is open in a welcoming gesture while the left holds the child jesus. \n \n \n the rich drapery of the robes, rendered with extraordinary finesse, accentuates the movement of the figure and testifies to the carver's skill in handling the material. the child, in a lively but composed pose, seems to be holding a round object. \n \n \n the sculpture rests on a finely carved ivory base, decorated on the front with a shell. \n \n \n the artwork, due to the refinement of the details and the composure of the figures, fits fully into the sicilian baroque devotional tradition, reflecting not only the high technical level of the craftsmen of the time, but also the profound spirituality that permeated artistic production on the island. it is an artefact of great historical and artistic value, capable of combining formal elegance and intense emotional charge. \n \n height x width x depth sculpture: 13.5 x 2 x 3.3 cm \n \n height x widt x depth base: 4.2 x 4.5 x 2.2 cm \n \n \n total height: 18 cm \n \n \n sculpture ivory weight: 102.5 g \n \n \n base ivory weight: 14.2 g \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-179)","it":"peso totale: 148,7 gr \n scolpito a tutto tondo raffigurante la madonna con il bambino. \n \n la vergine &egrave; rappresentata in posizione eretta, con un\u2019impostazione solenne ma al contempo materna; il braccio destro &egrave; aperto in un gesto accogliente mentre il sinistro sostiene il bambino ges&ugrave;. \n \n \n il ricco panneggio delle vesti, reso con straordinaria finezza, accentua il movimento della figura e testimonia la perizia dell\u2019intagliatore nel trattare la materia. il bambino, in atteggiamento vivace ma composto, sembra reggere un oggetto dalla forma rotonda. \n \n \n la scultura poggia su un basamento in avorio finemente scolpito, decorato frontalmente con una conchiglia. \n \n \n l'opera, per la raffinatezza dei dettagli e la compostezza delle figure, si inserisce pienamente nella tradizione devozionale barocca siciliana, riflettendo non solo l\u2019alto livello tecnico degli artigiani del tempo, ma anche la profonda spiritualit&agrave; che permeava la produzione artistica dell\u2019isola. si tratta di un manufatto di grande valore storico e artistico, capace di coniugare eleganza formale e intensa carica emotiva. \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; scultura: 13,5 x 2 x 3,3 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 4,2 x 4,5 x 2,2 cm \n \n \n altezza totale: 18 cm \n \n \n peso scultura avorio: 102,5 gr \n \n \n peso base avorio: 46,2 gr \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-179)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"167","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting madonna and child, sicily, late 17th - early 18th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante madonna con bambino, sicilia, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99976/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":2400,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.930Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99976,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99977/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99977/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99977/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99977/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 25 x 10 x 7 cm. total weight: 256 g \n antique sculpture in lime wood and elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), carved in the round to depict a beggar musician playing a popular wind instrument similar to a pipe or shawm. the face, hands and legs are carved in ivory, while the worn clothing and base are made of wood. the figure, barefoot and rendered with great realism and expressiveness, presents a strong colour contrast between the materials, which accentuates the dramatic intensity of the expression. in the context of the 18th century, representations of beggars also had a moral and symbolic value, linked to themes of charity, compassion and reflection on human frailty. the work can be attributed to the tyrolean sculptor simon troger or his circle, known for their mastery in combining ivory and wood and for their extremely realistic rendering of figures. troger, who worked in innsbruck and munich, was one of the most famous ivory sculptors of his time, supported by important european patrons. his work includes religious, mythological and popular subjects and is now preserved in prestigious international museums and collections. \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-219) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 25 x 10 x 7 cm. peso complessivo: 256 gr \n antica scultura in legno di tiglio e avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 o loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), scolpita a tutto tondo a raffigurare una figura di musicista mendicante che suona uno strumento a fiato popolare simile a un piffero o una ciaramella. il volto, le mani e le gambe sono scolpiti in avorio, mentre l\u2019abbigliamento logoro e la base sono in legno. la figura, scalza e resa con grande realismo ed espressivit&agrave;, presenta un forte contrasto cromatico tra i materiali, che accentua l\u2019intensit&agrave; drammatica dell\u2019espressione. nel contesto del xviii secolo, rappresentazioni di mendicanti avevano anche un valore morale e simbolico, legato a temi di carit&agrave;, compassione e riflessione sulla fragilit&agrave; umana. l\u2019opera &egrave; attribuibile allo scultore tirolese simon troger o alla sua cerchia, noto per la maestria nella lavorazione combinata di avorio e legno e per la resa estremamente realistica delle figure. \n \n troger, attivo tra innsbruck e monaco di baviera, fu uno dei pi&ugrave; celebri scultori d\u2019avorio del suo tempo, sostenuto da importanti committenti europei. la sua produzione comprende soggetti religiosi, mitologici e popolari ed &egrave; oggi conservata in prestigiosi musei e collezioni internazionali. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-219) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"168","title":{"en":"wood and ivory carving, germany, 18th century","it":"scultura in legno e avorio, germania, xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99977/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.932Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99977,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99978/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99978/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99978/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99978/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99978/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight i: 125 g. weight ii: 116 g \n antique pair of carved elephant ivory plaques (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting a male bust in relief accompanied by identifying inscriptions on the front and biographical notes on the back, within frames painted in imitation tortoiseshell. \n \n the first plaque depicts a man with a long flowing beard identified by the inscription at the top carlvs sigonivs, corresponding to the modena historian and humanist carlo sigonio who lived in the 16th century; on the reverse side there is an inscription in english which, although not entirely legible, reads approximately \u201ca learned italian was one of the fine classical antiquarius of his time died a d 1585\u201d, referring to the scholar's fame and his death in that year. \n \n \n the second plaque shows the bust of a man wearing a hat with the name angelo di costanzo, which can be traced back to the neapolitan poet and man of letters angelo di costanzo. on the reverse side there is a note in english, but it is corrupted and seems to refer to his neapolitan origins and his longevity, stating \u2018lml of cantalupo born at naples of which place he unto the city died aged 83 a d 1590\u2019. lml is probably an abbreviation or a misreading and could indicate ludovico. the date 1590 is probably an error, as he died in 1591 at the age of about 83. \n \n \n the two plaques together form part of a series of portraits of illustrious men of the italian renaissance, probably intended for antique collectors and scholars. the preciousness of the ivory and the painted tortoiseshell frames testify to a cultured and refined taste linked to the rediscovery of humanism and antiquity. \n \n \n height x diameter frames: 14.5 x 12 cm \n \n  height x diameter ivory i: 10.8 x 7.8 cm \n  \n \n  height x diameter ivory ii: 11 x 7.5 cm \n  \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-222) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso i: 125 gr. peso ii: 116 gr \n antica coppia di placchette in avorio di elefante intagliato (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffiguranti al recto un busto maschile a rilievo accompagnato da iscrizioni identificative e al verso annotazioni biografiche, entro cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga. \n \n la prima placca raffigura un uomo con lunga barba fluente identificato dall\u2019iscrizione in alto carlvs sigonivs corrispondente allo storico e umanista modenese carlo sigonio vissuto nel cinquecento; al verso &egrave; presente un\u2019iscrizione in lingua inglese che seppur non del tutto leggibile recita approssimativamente \u201ca learned italian was one of the fine classical antiquarius of his time died a d 1585\u201d richiamando la fama dello studioso e la sua morte avvenuta in quell\u2019anno. \n \n \n la seconda placca mostra invece il busto di un uomo con cappello con il nome angelo di costanzo riconducibile al poeta e letterato napoletano angelo di costanzo; al verso &egrave; presente una nota in inglese ma trasmessa in forma corrotta che sembra riferirsi all\u2019origine napoletana e alla sua longevit&agrave; che riporta \u201clml of cantalupo born at naples of which place he unto the city died aged 83 a d 1590\u201d. lml probabilmente &egrave; un\u2019abbreviazione o una lettura errata e potrebbe indicare ludovico. la datac1590 invece presenta probabilmente un errore poich&eacute; egli mor&igrave; nel 1591 all\u2019et&agrave; di circa 83 anni. \n \n \n le due placche insieme si presentano come parte di una serie di ritratti di uomini illustri del rinascimento italiano destinate probabilmente a collezionisti antiquari e letterati e testimoniano attraverso la preziosit&agrave; dell\u2019avorio la resa dei busti e le cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga un gusto colto e raffinato legato alla riscoperta umanistica e antiquaria \n \n \n altezza x diametro cornici: 14,5 x 12 cm \n \n \n altezza x diametro avorio i: 10,8 x 7,8 cm \n \n \n altezza x diametro avorio ii: 11 x 7,5 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-222) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"169","title":{"en":"a pair elephant ivory plaques, italy, late 17th - early 18th","it":"coppia di placchette in avorio, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99978/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.935Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99978,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99979/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99979/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99979/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99979/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99979/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight i: 132.5 g. weight ii: 74.3 g \n antique pair of carved elephant ivory plaques (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting a male bust in relief accompanied by identifying inscriptions on the front and biographical notes on the back, within frames painted in imitation tortoiseshell. \n \n the first plaque depicts a man with the inscription p. pietro maffei above, corresponding to the jesuit and humanist pietro maffei (1553\u20131603); on the reverse side, according to the transcription, it reads: \u201ca learned jesuit professor of eloquence, genoa born of bergamo died in tivoli (?) aged 67 a.d. 1603.\u201d. \n \n \n the second plaque shows the bust of a man with the inscription scipione ammirato above it, identifiable as the florentine historian scipione ammirato (1531\u20131601); on the reverse side, the transcription reads: \u201can eminent historian ... the history of florence born at naples died at florence aged 36 a.d. 1629.\u201d one word is illegible, while the date seems to differ from the known biography and could be the result of a transcription error or a late copy. \n \n \n the two plaques together form part of a series of portraits of illustrious men of the italian renaissance, probably intended for antique collectors and scholars. the preciousness of the ivory and the painted tortoiseshell frames testify to a cultured and refined taste linked to the rediscovery of humanism and antiquity \n \n \n height x diameter frames: 14.5 x 12 cm \n \n \n height x diameter ivory i: 11.5 x 8 cm \n \n \n height x diameter ivory ii: 11.4 x 8 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-223) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso i: 132,5 gr. peso ii: 74,3 gr \n antica coppia di placchette in avorio di elefante intagliato (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffiguranti al recto un busto maschile a rilievo accompagnato da iscrizioni identificative e al verso annotazioni biografiche, entro cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga. \n \n la prima placca raffigura un uomo con iscrizione superiore p. pietro maffei, corrispondente al gesuita e umanista pietro maffei (1553\u20131603); al verso secondo la trascrizione si legge: \u201ca learned jesuit professor of eloquence, genoa born of bergamo died in tivoli (?) aged 67 a.d. 1603\u201d. \n \n \n la seconda placca mostra il busto di un uomo con iscrizione superiore scipione ammirato, identificabile con lo storico fiorentino scipione ammirato (1531\u20131601); al verso la trascrizione recita: \u201can eminent historian \u2026 the history of florence born at naples died at florence aged 36 a.d. 1629\u201d. una parola non risulta leggibile, mentre la data sembra discrepante rispetto alla biografia conosciuta e potrebbe derivare da un errore di trascrizione o da una copia tarda. \n \n \n le due placche insieme si presentano come parte di una serie di ritratti di uomini illustri del rinascimento italiano destinate probabilmente a collezionisti antiquari e letterati e testimoniano attraverso la preziosit&agrave; dell\u2019avorio la resa dei busti e le cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga un gusto colto e raffinato legato alla riscoperta umanistica e antiquaria. \n \n \n altezza x diametro cornici: 14,5 x 12 cm \n \n  altezza x diametro avorio i: 11,5 x 8 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x diametro avorio ii: 11,4 x 8 cm \n  \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-223) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"170","title":{"en":"a pair of ivory plaques, italy, late 17th - early 18th","it":"coppia di placchette in avorio, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99979/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.938Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99979,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99980/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99980/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99980/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99980/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99980/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight i: 127.5 g. weight ii: 118.5 g \n antique pair of carved elephant ivory plaques (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting a male bust in relief accompanied by identifying inscriptions on the front and biographical notes on the back, within frames painted in imitation tortoiseshell. \n \n the first plaque depicts a man with the inscription ioannes mariana above, corresponding to the spanish historian juan de mariana (1536\u20131624); on the reverse side, the transcription reads: \u201ca spanish historian of the jesuit order, author of the history of spain in 30 volumes... born in talavera in castile, died in toledo aged 87 in 1624.\u201d one word is indecipherable. \n \n \n the second plaque shows the bust of a man with the inscription petrus gassendus above it, identifiable as the french philosopher and mathematician pierre gassendi (1592\u20131655); on the reverse side, the inscription reads: \u201can eminent mathematician and philosopher, born in france wrote the life of tycho brahe died aged 63 a.d. 1655.\u201d \n \n \n the two plaques together form part of a series of portraits of illustrious men of the italian renaissance, probably intended for antique collectors and scholars. the preciousness of the ivory and the painted tortoiseshell frames testify to a cultured and refined taste linked to the rediscovery of humanism and antiquity. \n \n height x diameter frames: 14.5 x 12 cm/1 \n \n height x diameter ivory i: 11.5 x 8.2 cm \n \n \n height x diameter ivory ii: 11.5 x 8 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-224) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso i: 127,5 gr. peso ii: 118,5 gr \n antica coppia di placchette in avorio di elefante intagliato (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffiguranti al recto un busto maschile a rilievo accompagnato da iscrizioni identificative e al verso annotazioni biografiche, entro cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga. \n \n la prima placca raffigura un uomo con iscrizione superiore ioannes mariana corrispondente allo storico spagnolo juan de mariana (1536\u20131624); al verso la trascrizione recita: \u201ca spanish historian of the order of jesuis author the history of spain in 30 \u2026 born at talavera in castile, died in toledo aged 87 a.d. 1624\u201d. una parola non risulta decifrabile. \n \n \n la seconda placca mostra il busto di un uomo con iscrizione superiore petrus gassendus identificabile con il filosofo e matematico francese pierre gassendi (1592\u20131655); al verso la trascrizione recita: \u201can eminent mathematician and philosopher, born in france wrote the life of tycho brahe died aged 63 a.d. 1655\u201d. \n \n \n le due placche insieme si presentano come parte di una serie di ritratti di uomini illustri del rinascimento italiano destinate probabilmente a collezionisti antiquari e letterati e testimoniano attraverso la preziosit&agrave; dell\u2019avorio la resa dei busti e le cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga un gusto colto e raffinato legato alla riscoperta umanistica e antiquaria. \n \n \n altezza x diametro cornici: 14,5 x 12 cm \n \n  altezza x diametro avorio i: 11,5 x 8,2 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x diametro avorio ii: 11,5 x 8 cm \n  \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-224) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"171","title":{"en":"a pair of ivory plaques, italy, late 17th early 18th","it":"coppia di placchette in avorio, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99980/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.256Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99980,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99981/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99981/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99981/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99981/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 2989 g \n finely carved. the harmonious proportions, the pained but composed expression, and the drapery of the loincloth, rendered with soft folds, contribute to a refined whole. the cross on which the sculpture is mounted is entirely covered in mother-of-pearl, openworked and inlaid with ornamental motifs typical of luxury devotional objects. small elements of red coral are inserted at the ends and at the points where the arms meet. the crucifix is set in an imposing gilded frame, richly decorated with scrolls, foliage, and shell motifs reminiscent of the baroque or rococo styles. the red velvet background further intensifies the contrast with the cross. \n \n  \n \n \n height x width of frame: 63 x 44 cm \n \n \n height x width of cross: 29 x 18 cm \n \n \n height x width of christ: 10 x 8 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union.","it":"peso totale: 2989 gr \n finemente scolpito. le proporzioni armoniose, l\u2019espressione sofferta ma composta e il panneggio del perizoma, reso con morbide pieghe, contribuiscono a un insieme raffinato. la croce su cui &egrave; montata la scultura &egrave; interamente rivestita in madreperla, lavorata a traforo e intarsiata con motivi ornamentali tipici degli oggetti devozionali di lusso. ai terminali e nei punti di raccordo tra i bracci sono inseriti piccoli elementi di corallo rosso. il crocifisso &egrave; inserito in una importante cornice dorata, riccamente lavorata con volute, fogliami e motivi a conchiglia che rimandano a un gusto barocco o rococ&ograve;. il fondo in velluto rosso intensifica ulteriormente il contrasto con la croce. \n \n altezza x larghezza cornice: 63 x 44 cm \n altezza x larghezza croce: 29 x 18 cm \n altezza x larghezza cristo: 10 x 8 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"172","title":{"en":"ivory christ, southern italy, 19th century","it":"cristo in avorio, italia meridionale, xix secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99981/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.259Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99981,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99982/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99982/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99982/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99982/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 5430 g \n  carved in the round and composed of four joined parts: the body of christ, which follows the curvature of the tusk, the arms, and the drapery of the loincloth. \n \n the body of jesus is taut in the drama of sacrifice, with the muscles of his torso and limbs approximately sculpted. the nailed hands convey a sense of pain and resignation, while the head falls back on the right side, slightly towards the back with the open mouth and the open, suffering eyes turned to heaven, evoking the last breath and sealing a moment of intense spirituality. \n \n \n the soft, curly hair and beard fall on the shoulders framing the face. \n \n \n the sculpted bust allows a glimpse of the muscles and ribs, while the legs show the tension of the figure, leading the gaze to the feet contracted downwards and nailed together, reinforcing the idea of the torment suffered. \n \n \n the loincloth is supported by a double cord visible on the right side, sculpted with a refined play of flowing, draped folds, knotted on the right side from which a large, drooping drape emerges. the crucifix is set within a gilded frame, thus enhancing the devotional and artistic value of the work. in the background, a rich red velvet contrasts with the figure of christ on the cross. \n \n \n height x width x depth frame: 66 x 54.5 x 6.5 cm \n \n height x width x depht crist: 35 (37.5) x 22 x 4 cm \n \n \n arms width: 22 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-165)","it":"peso complessivo: 5430 gr \n scolpito a tutto tondo e composto da quattro parti unite tra loro: il corpo del cristo che segue la curvatura della zanna, le braccia e il drappo del perizoma. il corpo di ges&ugrave; &egrave; teso nella drammaticit&agrave; del sacrificio, con i muscoli del busto e degli arti approssimativamente scolpiti. le mani inchiodate trasmettono un senso di dolore e rassegnazione, mentre la testa ricade sul lato destro, leggermente verso dietro, con la bocca aperta e gli occhi aperti e sofferenti rivolti al cielo, evocando cos&igrave; l'ultimo respiro e suggellando un momento di intensa spiritualit&agrave;. la morbida e ricciuta capigliatura e la barba, ricadono sulle spalle incorniciando il volto. il busto scolpito lascia intravedere i muscoli e le costole, mentre le gambe mostrano la tensione della figura, portando lo sguardo ai piedi contratti verso il basso e inchiodati insieme, rafforzando l\u2019idea del tormento patito. il perizoma, sorretto da un doppio cordone visibile sul lato destro, &egrave; scolpito con un raffinato gioco di pieghe fluide e drappeggiate, annodato sul lato destro da cui si diparte un grande drappo ricadente. il crocifisso &egrave; inserito all\u2019interno di una cornice dorata, facendo esaltando cos&igrave; il valore devozionale e artistico dell\u2019opera. sullo sfondo, un ricco velluto rosso fa da contrasto alla figura del cristo in croce. \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; cornice: 66 x 54,5 x 6,5 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; cristo: 35 (37,5) x 22 x 4 cm \n \n \n larghezza braccia: 22 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-165)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"173","title":{"en":"ivory corpus christi, france, late 17th - early 18th century","it":"crocifisso in avorio, francia, fine xvii - inizi xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99982/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.261Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99982,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":1200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99983/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99983/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99983/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99983/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 42 x 12 x 10 cm. weight: 565 g approx. \n \n \n antique devotional altar object, made with a vertical pyramid-shaped structure in bone, enriched with elements in elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), openworked mother-of-pearl and polished narwhal teeth (monodon monoceros linnaeus, 1758). \n \n \n the vertical structure is divided into several overlapping sections and culminates in a sculpture depicting the madonna and child flanked by two spiral-shaped narwhal teeth. in the middle section there are cranes, arranged symmetrically. on either side, in the lower sections, there are decorative elements in openwork mother-of-pearl, mounted on a central turned column. on a base that divides the registers, there are four elements shaped like pine cones made of elephant ivory. the iconographic complexity, vertical composition and richness of materials suggest a liturgical or devotional use, probably intended for a private altar or a noble wunderkammer. \n \n \n the combination of madonna and child, narwhal teeth, ivory, bone and mother-of-pearl makes it a typical example of sacred and cultured art in the context of the wunderkammern of northern europe. \n \n \n in terms of style, execution techniques and choice of exotic materials, the work can be traced to southern germany or austria between the end of the 16th and the beginning of the 17th century, a period in which sacred art was intertwined with the culture of wonder, exoticism and the most cultured christian symbolism \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-204) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 42 x 12 x 10 cm. peso: 565 gr ca. \n antico oggetto devozionale da altare, realizzato con una struttura verticale a sviluppo piramidale in osso, arricchita da elementi in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) madreperla traforata e denti di narvalo levigati (monodon monoceros linnaeus, 1758). \n \n la struttura, a sviluppo verticale, si articola su pi&ugrave; registri sovrapposti e culmina con una scultura raffigurante la madonna con bambino affiancata da due denti di narvalo spiraliformi. nella fascia intermedia si trovano due gru disposti simmetricamente. ai lati, nei registri inferiori, sono presenti elementi decorativi traforati in madreperla, montati su una colonna centrale tornita. su una base che divide i registri sono presenti quattro elementi a forma di pigna in avorio di elefante. la complessit&agrave; iconografica, la verticalit&agrave; compositiva e la ricchezza materica fanno pensare ad un uso liturgico o devozionale, probabilmente destinato a un altare privato o a una wunderkammer nobiliare. \n \n \n la combinazione di madonna con bambino, denti di narvalo, avorio, osso e madreperla lo rende un tipico esempio di arte sacra e colta nell\u2019ambito delle wunderkammern del nord europa. \n \n \n per stile, tecniche esecutive e scelta dei materiali esotici, l\u2019opera pu&ograve; essere riferita all\u2019area della germania meridionale o dell\u2019austria tra la fine del xvi e l\u2019inizio del xvii secolo, in un periodo in cui l\u2019arte sacra si intrecciava con la cultura della meraviglia, l\u2019esotismo e la simbologia cristiana pi&ugrave; colta. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-204) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"174","title":{"en":"devotional object made of bone, elephant ivory, mother-of-pearl, and narwhal tusk, austro-flemish area, 16th\u201317th century","it":"oggetto devozionale in osso, avorio di elefante, madreperla e narvalo, area austro-fiamminga, xvi \u2013 xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99983/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.263Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99983,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99984/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99984/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99984/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99984/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"weight i: 229 g. weight ii: 219.5 g \n antique pair of ebony wood candlesticks (diospyros spp.) with carved elephant ivory elements (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n the candlesticks rest on a tripartite base supported by flattened ball feet, while the shaft features alternating turned, fluted and decorated sections, enriched with geometric details and ornamental motifs in a clearly neoclassical or historicist style. \n \n \n between these elements are small ivory inserts, finely carved with geometric motifs, while the top ends with a chiselled ivory acorn finial. \n \n \n the design and workmanship recall the european style of the 19th century, a period in which ebony and ivory objects were highly prized for court furnishings and aristocratic collections. \n \n \n the precision of the turning and the refinement of the ivory inserts clearly indicate european production, probably german or austrian. \n \n height x width x depth i: 34 x 13 x 12 cm \n \n height x width x depth ii: 33.5 x 12.5 x 12 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-218) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"peso i: 229 gr. peso ii: 219,5 gr \n antica coppia di candelieri in legno ebano (diospyros spp.) con inserti in avorio di elefante scolpito (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n i candelieri poggiano su una base tripartita sorretta da piedini a sfera schiacciata mentre il fusto presenta un\u2019alternanza di sezioni tornite, scanalate e decorate, arricchite da dettagli geometrici e motivi ornamentali di chiaro gusto neo-classico o storicista; tra questi elementi si inseriscono piccoli inserti in avorio, finemente intagliati con motivi geometrici, mentre la sommit&agrave; termina con un finale a ghianda in avorio cesellato. \n \n \n il design e la lavorazione richiamano lo stile europeo dell\u2019ottocento, periodo in cui oggetti in ebano e avorio erano molto apprezzati per l\u2019arredo delle sale di corte e per le collezioni aristocratiche. la precisione della tornitura e la raffinatezza degli inserti in avorio indicano chiaramente una produzione europea, probabilmente tedesca o austriaca. \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; i: 34 x 13 x 12 cm \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; ii: 33,5 x 12,5 x 12 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-218) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"175","title":{"en":"pair of candlesticks in ebony and ivory, austro-flemish area, 16th \u2013 17th century","it":"coppia di candelieri in ebano e avorio, area austro-fiamminga, xvi \u2013 xvii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99984/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_LampsLighting","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.264Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99984,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":850,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99985/006/006.jpg"],"artist":{"en":"bouty louis-joseph","it":"bouty louis-joseph"},"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height: 18 cm. width with handle: 19 cm. total weight: 390 g \n french silver coffee pot, with a pear-shaped body typical of coffee pots from the second half of the 18th century, resting on three hoofed feet adorned with engraved vegetal-inspired decoration, a distinctive element of the louis xvi style. pourer with spout adhering to the body enriched by a foliate decoration at the base, recalling naturalistic motifs typical of the period, and hinged lid with knob-shaped finial and a leaf-decorated thumb rest. turned ivory radial handle (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). this model exemplifies the louis xvi style, distinguished by elegant lines, nature-inspired ornamentation, and a strong sense of formal balance. it fits within the broader context of coffee\u2019s emergence as a prestigious beverage in european courts, where there was a demand for highly decorative and refined serving objects. \n \n the use of silver with finely chiseled details and the turned ivory handle are typical features of coffee pots from this era, designed for the elite consumption of coffee in the late 18th century. \n \n \n hallmarked with the marks in use in paris between 1786 and 1789, fermier henry clavel and with the mark of silversmith bouty louis-joseph known as milleraud bouty. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-045)","it":"altezza: 18 cm. larghezza con manico: 19 cm. peso totale: 390 gr \n caffettiera francese in argento, corpo piriforme tipico delle caffettiere della seconda met&agrave; del xviii secolo, poggiante su tre piedi a zoccolo con decoro inciso di ispirazione vegetale, elemento distintivo dello stile luigi xvi. \n \n versatoio a becco aderente al corpo arricchito da un decoro fogliato alla base, che richiama motivi naturalistici tipici del periodo e coperchio incernierato con presa decorata a pomolo e poggiadito fogliato. manico radiale in avorio tornito (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 o loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n \n questo modello di caffettiera rientra pienamente nello stile luigi xvi, caratterizzato da linee eleganti, ornamenti ispirati alla natura e un forte equilibrio formale e si inserisce nel contesto della diffusione del caff&egrave; come bevanda pregiata nelle corti europee, richiedendo oggetti di servizio altamente decorativi e raffinati. \n \n \n l'uso dell'argento con dettagli cesellati e il manico in avorio sono tipici delle caffettiere dell\u2019epoca, progettate per il consumo della bevanda d\u2019&eacute;lite nel tardo xviii secolo. \n \n \n punzonata con i marchi in uso a parigi tra il 1786 ed il 1789, fermiere henry clavel e con il marchio dell\u2019argentiere bouty louis-joseph detto milleraud bouty. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-045)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"176","url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99985/view","tags":["itDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","itDecorativeArts","itDecorativeArts_all"],"directSalePrice":850,"soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.266Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99985,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":700,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99986/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99986/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99986/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99986/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99986/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"total weight: 630.4 g. estimated ivory weight: 180 g \n finely carved in the round and composed of three parts joined together: the body of christ and the arms. \n \n separately, there is a scroll with the titulus crucis inri (iesus nazarenus rex iudeorum, which literally translates as \u201cjesus of nazareth, king of the jews\u201d), the title given to christ according to the gospel tradition, and ivory cross pieces. jesus' body is stretched out in the drama of sacrifice, with the muscles of his torso and limbs sculpted with precision. \n \n \n his nailed hands convey a sense of pain and resignation, while his head falls to the left side with his mouth open and his eyes open and suffering, turned towards the sky, thus evoking his last breath and sealing a moment of intense spirituality. \n \n \n on top of his head is a particular crown, a radiant nimbus, that is, a sort of circular halo composed of pointed rays. \n \n \n the soft, curly hair and beard fall over his shoulders, framing his face. the torso, sculpted with dynamic tension, clearly shows the contracted abdominal muscles, while the legs reveal the tension of the figure, drawing the eye to the feet, which are superimposed and nailed with a single nail. \n \n \n the loincloth is not large, showing a cord tied at the right hip and soft, slightly ruffled drapery surrounding it. \n \n \n christ rests on an ebony cross placed on a triangular stepped base, resting on ivory feet. the cross has crosspieces also made of elephant ivory. \n \n \n total height x width: 56 x 21.8 cm \n \n  base side: 16 cm \n  \n \n  height x width christ: 23 x 18.5 cm \n  \n \n  height feet/arms: 24 cm \n  \n \n  height x width inri cartouche: 2.1 x 3.6 cm \n  \n \n  height x width crossroads: 0.95 x 2.7 cm \n  \n \n  height x width of base triangle 0.3 x 3 cm \n  \n \n  height x width feet: 0.8 x 3 cm","it":"peso totale: 630,4 gr. peso avorio stimato: 180 gr \n finemente scolpito a tutto tondo e composto da tre parti unite tra loro: il corpo del cristo e le braccia. \n \n separatamente sono presenti un cartiglio con il titulus crucis inri (iesus nazarenus rex iudeorum, che si traduce letteralmente in \u201cges&ugrave; nazareno, re dei giudei\u201d), titolo imposto a cristo secondo la tradizione evangelica, e dei capicroce in avorio. il corpo di ges&ugrave; &egrave; teso nella drammaticit&agrave; del sacrificio, con i muscoli del busto e degli arti scolpiti con precisione. le mani inchiodate trasmettono un senso di dolore e rassegnazione, mentre la testa ricade sul lato sinistro con la bocca aperta e gli occhi aperti e sofferenti rivolti al cielo, evocando cos&igrave; l'ultimo respiro e suggellando un momento di intensa spiritualit&agrave;. sulla sommit&agrave; della testa &egrave; presente una particolare corona, un nimbo raggiato, cio&egrave; una sorta di aureola circolare composta da raggi appuntiti. la morbida e ricciuta capigliatura e la barba, ricadono sulle spalle incorniciando il volto. il busto scolpito con tensione dinamica mostra con evidenza i muscoli addominali contratti, mentre le gambe mostrano la tensione della figura, portando lo sguardo ai piedi sovrapposti e inchiodati con un unico chiodo. il perizoma non &egrave; di grandi dimensioni, mostra un cordone annodato sul fianco destro e un panneggio morbido e leggermente mosso che lo circonda. il cristo poggia su una croce in ebano posta su una base triangolare a gradini, poggiante su piedini in avorio. la croce presenta dei capocroce anch\u2019essi in avorio di elefante. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza totali: 56 x 21,8 cm \n \n  lato base: 16 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza cristo: 23 x 18,5 cm \n  \n \n  altezza piedi/braccia: 24 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza cartiglio: 2,1 x 3,6 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza capicroce: 0,95 x 2,7cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza triangolo base: 0,3 x 3 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza piedi: 0,8 x 3 cm"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"177","title":{"en":"elephant ivory corpus christi and ebony, germany, 17th -18th century","it":"crocifisso in avorio di elefante e ebano, germania, xvii - xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99986/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":700,"soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:36.267Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99986,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":700,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99987/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99987/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99987/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99987/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 4 x 9 x 5.5 cm total: 105 g \n antique small box made of elephant ivory (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), rectangular in shape with a hinged lid, slightly domed. made from thin, finely carved ivory plates assembled together, it is decorated across its entire surface with floral and geometric relief motifs arranged within medallions and symmetrical frames. \n \n the metal elements, including handle, hinges, lock and chain, are made of wrought iron with traces of gilding. \n \n \n the work is part of the tradition of southern italy between the late middle ages and the early renaissance, particularly in sicily, where islamic decorative influences persist due to intense exchanges with the arab world. \n \n \n the quality of the carving, the modular structure and the decorative style recall mudejar and fatimid motifs reinterpreted in a local key, bearing witness to a hybrid and cultured material culture. \n \n \n in the middle ages, islamic luxury goods imported from the middle east exerted such a strong influence on christian europe that they inspired the creation of local works, such as caskets of this kind. \n \n \n probably intended to hold precious objects, the casket is a rare example of mediterranean decorative art, expressing the taste for the exotic and the marvellous that characterised the courts and aristocratic collections of the time. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-203) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 4 x 9 x 5,5 cm peso: 105 gr \n antico cofanetto in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), di forma rettangolare con coperchio incernierato, leggermente bombato. realizzato con sottili placche in avorio finemente intagliate e assemblate tra di loro, presenta una decorazione su tutta la superficie con motivi a rilievo di gusto floreale e geometrico, disposti entro medaglioni e cornici simmetriche. \n \n gli elementi metallici, tra cui maniglia, cerniere, serratura e catena, sono in ferro battuto e presentano tracce di doratura. \n \n \n l\u2019opera si inserisce nella tradizione dell\u2019italia meridionale tra tardo medioevo e primo rinascimento, in particolare in sicilia, dove persistono le influenze decorative islamiche dovute agli intensi scambi con il mondo arabo. \n \n \n la qualit&agrave; dell\u2019intaglio, la struttura modulare e la tipologia decorativa richiamano motivi mud&eacute;jar e fatimidi reinterpretati in chiave locale, testimoniando una cultura materiale ibrida e colta. \n \n \n nel medioevo, i beni di lusso islamici importati dal medio oriente esercitarono un\u2019influenza cos&igrave; forte sull\u2019europa cristiana da ispirare la realizzazione di opere locali, come cofanetti di questo genere. \n \n \n destinato probabilmente a contenere oggetti preziosi, il cofanetto rappresenta un raro esempio di arte decorativa mediterranea, espressione del gusto per l\u2019esotico e il meraviglioso che caratterizzava le corti e le collezioni aristocratiche del tempo. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-208) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 4,8 x 10,7 x 6 cm. peso: 162 gr \n antico cofanetto in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 oppure loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797), di forma rettangolare con coperchio incernierato leggermente bombato. realizzato con sottili placche di avorio finemente intagliate e assemblate, presenta una decorazione a rilievo su tutta la superficie, composta da motivi floreali e geometrici disposti entro medaglioni e cornici simmetriche. \n \n gli elementi metallici, come maniglia, cerniere, serratura e catena, sono in ferro battuto e conservano tracce di doratura. gli interni sono rivestiti in velluto rosso ben conservato. \n \n \n l\u2019opera si inserisce nella tradizione artistica dell\u2019italia meridionale tra il tardo medioevo e il primo rinascimento, in particolare in sicilia, dove persistettero a lungo influenze decorative islamiche dovute ai frequenti scambi con il mondo arabo. la qualit&agrave; dell\u2019intaglio, la struttura modulare e la tipologia ornamentale rimandano a motivi mud&eacute;jar e fatimidi reinterpretati secondo sensibilit&agrave; locali, rivelando una cultura materiale ibrida e sofisticata. \n \n \n nel medioevo, i beni di lusso islamici provenienti dal medio oriente esercitarono una forte influenza sull\u2019europa cristiana, al punto da ispirare la produzione di oggetti locali come questo cofanetto. probabilmente destinato a custodire oggetti preziosi, esso rappresenta un raro e significativo esempio di arte decorativa mediterranea, espressione del gusto per l\u2019esotico e il meraviglioso che permeava le corti e le collezioni aristocratiche dell\u2019epoca. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-100)","it":"peso: 2687,3 gr. peso stimato avorio: 40 gr \n raffigurante una donna aristocratica o borghese dell\u2019epoca, vestita con un soprabito lungo e riccamente decorato con motivi floreali, aderente al busto e svasato alla gonna, in pieno stile belle &eacute;poque. la posa &egrave; elegante e composta, con un libro ben visibile tenuto nella mano sinistra, dettaglio che arricchisce la narrazione dell\u2019opera e suggerisce un momento di riflessione o lettura interrotta. il volto, scolpito in avorio con grande delicatezza, &egrave; rivolto leggermente verso l\u2019alto, con un\u2019espressione sognante o contemplativa. il capo &egrave; coperto da un foulard (o sciarpa sottile) annodato sotto il mento, elemento che accentua l\u2019eleganza discreta del personaggio e richiama la moda femminile dell\u2019epoca belle &eacute;poque. la scultura poggia su una solida base in marmo verde scuro che funge da supporto. \n \n firmato sul retro della base \u201cl. lugerth\u201d e il marchio della fonderia viennese \u201car\u201d di arthur rubinstein. \n \n ferdinand lugerth &egrave; stato uno scultore attivo tra la fine del xix secolo e i primi decenni del xx secolo, di cui si hanno informazioni limitate ma riconoscibili attraverso le sue opere firmate, realizzate con una combinazione di bronzo e avorio, tecnica conosciuta come chryselephantina, stile particolarmente in voga durante il periodo art nouveau e art d&eacute;co, soprattutto nelle aree dell\u2019europa centrale, come l\u2019austria e la germania. lugerth si inserisce nella tradizione di quegli artisti che celebravano la figura femminile attraverso un\u2019estetica elegante e raffinata, spesso idealizzata. le sue sculture rappresentano donne in abiti alla moda, immerse in gesti quotidiani o atteggiamenti contemplativi. \n \n le sue opere erano spesso prodotte in collaborazione con rinomate fonderie come quella di arthur rubinstein, una delle fonderie artistiche pi&ugrave; rinomate attive nei primi decenni del novecento, specializzata nella fusione a cera persa e nella produzione di sculture in bronzo di alta qualit&agrave;, talvolta accostate a materiali pregiati come l\u2019avorio, il marmo e l\u2019onice. \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 30 x 7,5 x 9,5 cm \n \n \n dimensioni testa in avorio: 3 x 4 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-202) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 26 x 13 x 13 cm. peso totale: 480,5 gr \n antica bottiglia avente il corpo in uovo di struzzo, con elementi in bronzo dorato e avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797). \n \n il corpo, poggiante su una base circolare in bronzo dorato decorata perimetralmente con elementi fogliati, presenta un collo fortemente svasato; la parte superiore, anch\u2019essa in bronzo dorato, &egrave; costituita da un elemento cilindrico con coperchio ad innesto cimato da un fastigio che richiama forme araldiche o floreali. ai lati del corpo sono presenti due manici a motivo floreale, ai quali sono fissate due catene composte da maglie circolari in avorio con terminali cilindrici in corallo rosso del mediterraneo (corallium rubrum) che fungono da raccordo con il terminale del tappo. \n \n \n l\u2019uovo di struzzo &egrave; un materiale esotico e carico di significati simbolici legati alla fertilit&agrave;, alla rarit&agrave; e al meraviglioso; l\u2019insieme dei materiali rimanda alla tradizione italiana del xvii \u2013 xviii secolo, in particolare alle produzioni legate alle wunderkammern e alle raccolte principesche dove oggetti rari e naturali venivano trasformati in opere d\u2019arte attraverso montature ricercate e simbolismi colti. l\u2019opera si configura quindi come un oggetto di lusso, privo di una funzione pratica definita, ma concepito per stupire, evocare meraviglia e celebrare la bellezza della natura sublimata dall\u2019arte. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-202) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"183","title":{"en":"bottle in ostrich egg, ivory and gilded bronze, italy, 17th \u2013 18th century","it":"bottiglia in uovo di struzzo, avorio e bronzo dorato, italia, xvii \u2013 xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99992/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.923Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99992,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99993/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99993/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99993/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99993/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 21 x 5.5 x 3 cm. weight: 62.5 g \n antique elephant ivory tobacco rasp in (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) carved in relief. \n \n this object, intended for the processing of snuff tobacco, is characterised by rich figurative and ornamental decoration. \n \n \n the head features an architectural frame decorated with pearl motifs. the body depicts a mythological figure: a satyr with goat legs, a naked torso and a thick beard, playing a lyre. around him are animals that seem enchanted by the music. the tip is decorated with plant motifs and scrolls that converge in a sort of stylised mask, with anthropomorphic and grotesque references. this element, common in baroque and rococo ornamentation, serves as a dramatic conclusion to the relief and contributes to giving the object a theatrical and precious appearance. \n \n \n tobacco rasps, widespread in europe between the 17th and 18th centuries, were created to grate snuff tobacco rolls, known as carottes, in order to reduce them to powder. initially simple metal tools, they were soon adorned with fine ivory, wood, or precious metal mountings, depending on the owner\u2019s rank. france became the main center of production, with examples often carved in figurative and allegorical forms, now considered rare and valuable. \n \n \n the decorative language, which alternates between mythological and naturalistic motifs, fully reflects the rococo style and the symbolic universe of the european aristocratic elite. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-235) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 21 x 5,5 x 3 cm. peso: 62,5 gr \n antica raspa per tabacco in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) scolpito a rilievo. \n \n l\u2019oggetto, destinato alla lavorazione del tabacco da fiuto, si caratterizza per una ricca decorazione figurata e ornamentale. \n \n \n la testa presenta una cornice architettonica decorata con motivi a perle. il corpo presenta una figura mitologica: un satiro con gambe caprine, torso nudo e barba folta, intento a suonare una lira. attorno a lui compaiono animali che sembrano ammaliati dalla musica. il puntale &egrave; decorato con motivi vegetali e a volute che confluiscono in una sorta di mascherone stilizzato, con richiami antropomorfi e grotteschi. questo elemento, comune nel repertorio ornamentale barocco e rococ&ograve;, funge da conclusione scenografica al rilievo e contribuisce a conferire all\u2019oggetto un aspetto teatrale e prezioso. \n \n \n le raspe per tabacco, diffuse in europa tra xvii e xviii secolo, nacquero per grattugiare i rotoli di tabacco da fiuto, detti carottes, al fine di ridurli in polvere. inizialmente semplici strumenti metallici, furono ben presto arricchite da montature pregiate in avorio, legno o metalli preziosi, secondo il rango del proprietario. la francia divenne il principale centro di produzione, con esemplari spesso scolpiti in forme figurative e allegoriche, oggi considerati rari e preziosi. il linguaggio decorativo, che alterna motivi mitologici e naturalistici, rimanda pienamente al gusto rococ&ograve; e all\u2019universo simbolico dell\u2019&eacute;lite aristocratica europea. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-236) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 23 x 7,7 x 5 cm. peso totale: 164,5 gr \n antica raspa per tabacco in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) scolpita a rilievo. \n \n la testa presenta una conchiglia stilizzata da cui discendono festoni floreali, tipici del gusto rococ&ograve;. il corpo, destinato alla funzione abrasiva, &egrave; interamente ornato da una ricca decorazione: al centro si distingue un putto alato seduto che regge un arco; pi&ugrave; in basso, entro una cornice, &egrave; raffigurata una figura femminile nuda, probabilmente venere, rappresentata stante sopra una sfera e avvolta da un leggero drappo mosso dal vento. il puntale, ovvero l\u2019estremit&agrave; inferiore, &egrave; ornato da un motivo vegetale con un cesto ricolmo di frutti, chiaro simbolo di abbondanza e prosperit&agrave;. sul retro &egrave; applicato l\u2019elemento metallico destinato a grattare il tabacco, inserito in un castone scolpito in avorio e decorato con due putti alati. \n \n \n le raspe tabacco, diffuse in europa tra xvii e xviii secolo, nacquero per grattugiare i rotoli di tabacco da fiuto, detti carottes, al fine di ridurli in polvere. inizialmente semplici strumenti metallici, furono ben presto arricchite da montature pregiate in avorio, legno o metalli preziosi, secondo il rango del proprietario. la francia divenne il principale centro di produzione, con esemplari spesso scolpiti in forme figurative e allegoriche, oggi considerati rari e preziosi. il linguaggio decorativo, che alterna motivi mitologici e naturalistici, rimanda pienamente al gusto rococ&ograve; e all\u2019universo simbolico dell\u2019&eacute;lite aristocratica europea. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-236) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"185","title":{"en":"ivory tobacco rasp, france, 18th century","it":"raspa tabacco in avorio, francia, xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99994/view","tags":["itHomeDecor_GeneralHomeDecor","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":1600,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.927Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99994,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":550,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99995/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99995/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x diameter frame: 14.5 x 12 cm. height x diameter ivory: 11.5 x 8 cm. total weight: 121 g \n antique carved elephant ivory plaque (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting a male bust in relief accompanied by identifying inscription on the front and biographical note on the back, within frame painted in imitation tortoiseshell. \n \n the plaque depict a man with the inscription benedetto varchi above, corresponding to the italian historian benedetto varchi (1503\u20131565); on the reverse side, the transcription reads: \u201can italian historian and poet born in florence, died aged 63 in 1565.\u201d \n \n \n the plaque is part of a series of portraits of illustrious men of the italian renaissance, probably intended for antique collectors and scholars. the preciousness of the ivory used for the busts and the frames painted in imitation tortoiseshell testify to a cultured and refined taste linked to the rediscovery of humanism and antiquity. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-225) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x diametro cornice: 14,5 x 12 cm. altezza x diametro avorio: 11,5 x 8 cm. peso totale: 121 gr \n antica placca in avorio di elefante intagliato (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffigurante al recto un busto maschile a rilievo accompagnato da iscrizione identificativa e al verso annotazioni biografiche, entro cornice dipinta in finta tartaruga. \n \n la placca raffigura un uomo con iscrizione superiore benedetto varchi corrispondente allo storico italiano benedetto varchi (1503\u20131565); al verso la trascrizione recita: \u201can italian historian poet born at florence died aged 63 a.d. 1565\u201d. \n \n \n la placca si presenta come parte di una serie di ritratti di uomini illustri del rinascimento italiano destinate probabilmente a collezionisti antiquari e letterati e testimoniano attraverso la preziosit&agrave; dell\u2019avorio la resa dei busti e le cornici dipinte in finta tartaruga un gusto colto e raffinato legato alla riscoperta umanistica e antiquaria. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-225) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"186","title":{"en":"ivory plaque, italy, late 17th - early 18th","it":"placca in avorio, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99995/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itHomeDecor_MirrorsWallDecor","itArt","itArt_all","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.928Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99995,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":550,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99996/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99996/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99996/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width frames: 13 x 10.8 cm. height x width ivory: 9.3 x 7.2 cm. total weight: 94.7 g \n antique elephant ivory plaque (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) depicting a male bust in relief within ebony frame (diospyros spp). \n \n the figurewith very pronounced features: an aquiline nose, a pronounced chin and a stern expression, wears an embroidered mozzetta and a simple cap on his head. \n \n \n the iconography most likely corresponds to pope innocent x pamphilj, pontiff from 1644 to 1655, known for his characteristic profile, which also became famous through the portrait painted by vel&aacute;zquez. \n \n \n the plaque is part of a series of portraits of illustrious men of the italian renaissance, probably intended for antique collectors and scholars. \n \n \n the preciousness of the ivory and the rendering of the busts testify to a cultured and refined taste linked to the rediscovery of humanism and antiquity. \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-234) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x larghezza cornice: 13 x 10,8 cm. altezza x larghezza avorio: 9,3 x 7,2 cm. peso totale: 94,7 gr \n antica placchetta in avorio di elefante in avorio di elefante (elephas maximus linnaeus, 1758 or loxodonta africana blumenbach, 1797) raffigurante un busto maschile a rilievo entro cornice in ebano (diospyros spp). \n \n la figura, dai tratti molto marcati naso aquilino mento pronunciato ed espressione severa, indossa una mozzetta con ricami e un berretto semplice sul capo. \n \n \n l\u2019iconografia corrisponde con buona probabilit&agrave; a papa innocenzo x pamphilj pontefice dal 1644 al 1655 noto per il profilo caratteristico divenuto celebre anche attraverso il ritratto dipinto da vel&aacute;zquez. \n \n \n la placca si presenta come parte di una serie di ritratti di uomini illustri del rinascimento italiano destinate probabilmente a collezionisti antiquari e letterati e testimoniano attraverso la preziosit&agrave; dell\u2019avorio e la resa dei busti un gusto colto e raffinato legato alla riscoperta umanistica e antiquaria. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-234) \n \n \n provenienza: \n collezione conte luigi rigi luperti."},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"187","title":{"en":"ivory plaque, italy, late 17th - early 18th","it":"placchetta in avorio, italia, fine xvii - inizio xviii"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99996/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itHomeDecor_MirrorsWallDecor","itArt","itArt_all","itHomeDecor","itHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":550,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.930Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99996,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99997/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99997/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99997/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99997/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"made in france in the 19th century, all distinguished by refined craftsmanship and a consistent style, despite slight variations in shape. the handles are all characterized by an elegant, slender design, predominantly turned into a simple and essential circular form, while the lower part is decorated with concentric circles, enhancing and elongating the structure with rhythm and harmony.\" while maintaining a stylistic consistency, each seal is distinguished by slight differences in proportion and shaping, testifying to a craftsmanship that pays attention to detail and variety. \n the seals are engraved with different heraldic coats of arms, each with its own iconographic peculiarities, suggesting their destination to different noble families or prominent personalities of the time. \n \n \u2022 total height i: 11.6 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory i: 9.5 x 6.5 cm \n \n \n    diameter base i: 2.9 cm \n \n \n    total weight i: 218 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight i: 200 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height ii: 8.8 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory ii: 7.2 x 5.7 cm \n \n \n    diameter base ii: 2 cm \n \n \n    total weight ii: 115.5 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight ii: 100 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height iii: 9.5 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory iii: 7.8 x 3.9 cm \n \n \n    height x width base iii: 1.9 x 2.1 cm \n \n \n    total weight iii: 52.4 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight iii: 40 \n \n \n \u2022 total height iv: 8.9 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory iv: 6.5 x 3.3 cm \n \n \n    diameter base iv: 2.3 cm \n \n \n    total weight iv: 71.1 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight iv: 55 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height v: 7.6 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory v: 5.7 x 3.6 cm \n \n \n    height x width base v: 2.1 x 2.5 cm \n \n \n    total weight v: 40 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height vi: 7.6 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory vi: 5.8 x 1.9 cm \n \n \n    diameter base vi: 2.8 cm \n \n \n    total weight vi: 46.1 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight vi: 30 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height vii: 6.8cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory vii: 5.3 x 3.5 cm \n \n \n   height x width base vii: 1.7 x 2.1 cm \n \n \n    total weight vii: 88.2 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight vii: 70 g \n \n \n \u2022 total height viii: 5.6 cm \n \n \n    height x width ivory viii: 4.5 x 2 cm \n \n \n    height x width base viii: 1.5 x 1.7 cm \n \n \n    total weight viii: 31.5 g \n \n \n    estimated ivory weight viii: 20 g \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-113)","it":"realizzati in francia nel xix secolo, tutti accomunati da una raffinata lavorazione artigianale e da uno stile omogeneo, pur presentando leggere variazioni nelle forme. le impugnature sono tutte caratterizzate da un\u2019elegante linea affusolata, prevalentemente tornita in forma circolare, semplice ed essenziale, mentre la parte inferiore &egrave; decorata da cerchi concentrici, che arricchiscono e slanciano la struttura con ritmo e armonia. pur mantenendo una coerenza stilistica, ogni sigillo si distingue per leggere differenze nella proporzione e nella sagomatura, testimoniando una produzione artigianale attenta ai dettagli e alla variet&agrave;. i sigilli recano incisi stemmi araldici differenti, ciascuno con proprie peculiarit&agrave; iconografiche, suggerendo la destinazione a diverse famiglie nobiliari o personalit&agrave; di rilievo dell'epoca. \n \n \u2022 altezza totale i: 11,6 cm \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio i: 9,5 x 6,5 cm \n \n \n   diametro base i: 2,9 cm \n \n \n   peso totale i: 218 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato i: 200 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale ii: 8,8 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio ii: 7,2 x 5,7 cm \n \n \n   diametro base ii: 2 cm \n \n \n   peso totale ii: 115,5 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato ii: 100 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale iii: 9,5 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio iii: 7,8 x 3,9 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza base iii: 1,9 x 2,1 cm \n \n \n   peso totale iii: 52,4 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato iii: 40 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale iv: 8,9 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio iv: 6,5 x 3,3 cm \n \n \n   diametro base iv: 2,3 cm \n \n \n   peso totale iv: 71,1 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato iv: 55 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale v: 7,6 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio v: 5,7 x 3,6 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza base v: 2,1 x 2,5 cm \n \n \n   peso totale v: 40 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale vi: 7,6 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio vi: 5,8 x 1,9 cm \n \n \n   diametro base vi: 2,8 cm \n \n \n   peso totale vi: 46,1 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato vi: 30 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale vii: 6,8cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio vii: 5,3 x 3,5 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza base vii: 1,7 x 2,1 cm \n \n \n   peso totale vii: 88,2 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato vii: 70 gr \n \n \n \u2022 altezza totale viii: 5,6 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza avorio viii: 4,5 x 2 cm \n \n \n   altezza x larghezza base viii: 1,5 x 1,7 cm \n \n \n   peso totale viii: 31,5 gr \n \n \n   peso avorio stimato viii: 20 gr \n \n  \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-113)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"188","title":{"en":"group of eight ivory wax seals, france, 19th century","it":"gruppo di otto sigilli per ceralacca, impugnatura in avorio, francia, xix secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/99997/view","tags":["itCollectibles_WritingInstrumentsDeskAccessories","itCollectibles_all","itCollectibles"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:33.932Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":99997,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99998/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99998/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/99998/003/003.jpg"],"artist":{"en":"arnaldo giannelli","it":"arnaldo giannelli"},"available":false,"description":{"en":"depicting a man and a woman. \n the female bust depicts a young woman with oriental features, with her hair gathered up in an elaborate hairstyle and a light dress with a deep v-neck. the work is distinguished by the delicacy of the facial lines and compositional balance, emphasising an exotic and graceful aesthetic ideal.  \n the male bust, on the other hand, depicts a napoleonic officer, recognisable by his typical bicorn and wrap-around uniform.  \n the pensive gaze and the expertly rendered clothing details recall the classical iconography of napoleon bonaparte, albeit in a more stylised and collected version.  \n the balance between the naturalistic rendering of the faces and the fineness of the workmanship makes these busts a representative example of arnaldo giannelli's artistic production. \n \n height x width x depth of man: 7 x 4.9 x 2.8 cm \n \n height x width x depth of base: 6 x 4 x 4 cm \n \n \n total weight of man: 165 g \n \n \n estimated weight of ivory: 80 g \n \n \n height x width x depth of woman: 6.7 x 5.2 x 3.1 cm \n \n \n height x width x depth base: 6 x 4 x 4 cm \n \n \n total weight woman: 158 g \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-104)","it":"raffiguranti un uomo e una donna. il busto femminile rappresenta una giovane donna dai tratti orientali, con i capelli raccolti in un'acconciatura elaborata e un abito leggero dal profondo scollo a v. l\u2019opera si distingue per la delicatezza delle linee del volto e l'equilibrio compositivo, enfatizzando un ideale estetico esotico e aggraziato. il busto maschile raffigura invece un ufficiale napoleonico, riconoscibile dal tipico bicorno e dall\u2019uniforme avvolgente. lo sguardo pensoso e i dettagli dell'abbigliamento, resi con estrema perizia, richiamano l\u2019iconografia classica di napoleone bonaparte, sebbene in una versione pi&ugrave; stilizzata e raccolta. l\u2019equilibrio tra la resa naturalistica dei volti e la finezza della lavorazione rende questi busti un esempio rappresentativo della produzione artistica di arnaldo giannelli. \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; uomo: 7 x 4,9 x 2,8 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 6 x 4 x 4 cm \n \n \n peso totale uomo: 165 gr \n \n \n peso avorio stimato: 80 gr \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; donna: 6,7 x 5,2 x 3,1 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 6 x 4 x 4 cm \n \n \n peso totale donna: 158 gr \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-111)","it":"peso totale: 67,5 gr \n l'impugnatura &egrave; tornita in forma cilindrica allungata con superficie liscia che si sviluppa verticalmente, arricchita nella parte inferiore da una serie di cerchi concentrici che donano ritmo e slancio alla struttura. \n \n la base, realizzata in oro rosa, &egrave; decorata con un motivo a scanalatura verticali e orizzontali, perfettamente adeguato all\u2019estetica francese dell'epoca. il sigillo &egrave; inciso su una pietra di diaspro. la matrice reca uno stemma araldico raffigurante uno scudo sorretto da due leoni rampanti e sormontato da una corona, chiaro simbolo di appartenenza nobiliare. \n \n \n altezza totale: 8,6 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza base: 2,5 x 2,1 cm \n \n \n altezza x diametro avorio: 6,8 x 3 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-112)","it":"il primo presenta una sagoma slanciata con lati leggermente schiacciati nella parte superiore, mentre il secondo si distingue per una forma cilindrica regolare, priva di appiattimenti. in entrambi i casi, la parte inferiore delle impugnature &egrave; decorata da una serie di cerchi concentrici che conferiscono ritmo e slancio alle linee. \n \n le basi dei sigilli, di forma gradinata liscia, sono laminate in oro. \n \n \n le matrici dei sigilli sono realizzate in pasta vitrea: verde per il primo esemplare, bianca per il secondo, e presentano incisioni araldiche o monogrammi che ne testimoniano la destinazione personale e prestigiosa. \n \n \n altezza totale i: 9 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza base i: 2,9 x 2,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio i: 7,2 x 3,6 x 3 cm \n \n \n peso totale i: 89,8 gr \n \n \n altezza totale ii: 7,6 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza base ii: 1,8 x 1,5 cm \n \n \n altezza x diametro avorio ii: 6,3 x 3 cm \n \n \n peso totale ii: 45.3 gr \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-237) \n \n \n provenance: \n count luigi rigi luperti collection.","it":"altezza x diametro: 21 x 12 cm \n del mediterraneo (corallium rubrum). il vaso presenta un corpo globulare finemente tornito, con superficie liscia, poggiante su una base a pi&ugrave; ordini circolari che ne garantisce stabilit&agrave;. la sommit&agrave; &egrave; chiusa da un coperchio svitabile, anch\u2019esso in avorio, che consente di fissare e sostenere il grande ramo di corallo. quest\u2019ultimo si apre a ventaglio in ramificazioni naturali. \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-103)","it":"peso totale: 754 gr \n raffigurante un busto maschile, con ogni probabilit&agrave; identificabile con napoleone bonaparte, data la somiglianza fisionomica e l\u2019uniforme militare ornata da spalline e decorazioni che richiamano l\u2019iconografia imperiale francese del primo impero. il volto, finemente scolpito, mostra un\u2019espressione austera e pensosa, con lo sguardo lievemente rivolto verso sinistra. la capigliatura, pettinata con cura, &egrave; resa con incisioni dettagliate che sottolineano la maestria dell\u2019artigiano. l\u2019uniforme &egrave; arricchita da dettagli finemente scolpiti: si notano bottoni in rilievo, una medaglia al petto e un\u2019insegna di ordine cavalleresco. il busto poggia su una base tornita in legno ebanizzato, a sezione quadrata, che ne valorizza l\u2019eleganza e ne assicura la stabilit&agrave;. la base crea un piacevole contrasto cromatico con il tono caldo e naturale dell\u2019avorio, esaltando la figura sovrastante. \n \n altezza totale: 27 cm \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; base: 9,5 x 8,4 x 7,6 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio: 17,5 x 11,5 x 4,2 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-105)","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 9,5 x 5,7 x 4 cm peso totale: 140 gr \n iconico condottiero e imperatore dei francesi, colto in una posa solenne e introspettiva. il busto lo presenta con il caratteristico bicorno, simbolo inconfondibile della sua figura storica e della sua iconografia ufficiale. \n \n indossa l\u2019uniforme militare con spalline ornate e sul petto campeggia la medaglia della l&eacute;gion d'honneur, istituita dallo stesso napoleone nel 1802 come la pi&ugrave; alta onorificenza della repubblica francese. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-105)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"194","title":{"en":"ivory sculpture depicting napoleon bonaparte, france, 19th century","it":"scultura in avorio raffigurante napoleone bonaparte, francia, xix secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/100003/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itArt","itArt_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":480,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:28.555Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":100003,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100004/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100004/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100004/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-02-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"lot comprising an opera telescope and a conductor's baton. \n \n the folding opera telescope, crafted from brass with two sliding extensions, and covered with elephant ivory, features a shaft signed by the renowned parisian optician derepas, active at palais royal no. 23 during the first half of the 19th century. \n \n \n the baton, presumably intended for an orchestra conductor, is made of wood covered with dark fabric and embellished with a circular ivory knob and a matching ivory tip, further adorned with silvered metal fittings. \n \n total spyglass weight: 147 g \n \n  open length: 11.6 cm \n \n \n  maximum diameter: 5 cm \n \n \n total baton weight: 25 g \n \n \n length x maximum diameter: 47.5 x 3.4 cm \n \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-106)","it":"lotto composto da un cannocchiale da teatro e da una bacchetta da direttore d\u2019orchestra. \n \n il cannocchiale da teatro pieghevole, realizzato in ottone con due estensioni scorrevoli e rivestimento in avorio di elefante presenta il fusto firmato dal rinomato ottico parigino derepas, attivo al palais royal n&deg; 23 nella prima met&agrave; del xix secolo. \n \n \n la bacchetta, presumibilmente destinata a un direttore d\u2019orchestra, &egrave; in legno rivestito in tessuto scuro e impreziosita da un pomolo circolare e da un puntale in avorio, ulteriormente decorata con applicazioni in metallo argentato. \n \n \u2022 peso totale cannocchiale: 147 gr \n \n   lunghezza aperto: 11,6 cm \n \n \n diametro massimo: 5 cm \n \n \n \u2022 peso totale bacchetta: 25 gr \n \n \n   lunghezza x diametro massimo: 47,5 x 3,4 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-108)","it":"peso totale: 19 gr \n la parte superiore &egrave; scolpita a tutto tondo e rappresenta il busto di un personaggio maschile maturo, con una folta barba e capelli ondulati. indossa un'armatura decorata e una collana con un pendente a forma di croce, probabilmente un'insegna cavalleresca, dettaglio che ne sottolinea il rango elevato, forse appartenente alla nobilt&agrave; militare o a un ordine cavalleresco. la posa dignitosa, il volto serio e la lavorazione minuziosa del busto (in particolare l\u2019elaborazione delle ciocche di barba e capelli) sono indicativi di una committenza prestigiosa. \n la figura &egrave; collocata su una colonna tornita che funge da impugnatura al sottostante sigillo in argento decorato con elementi vegetali in rilievo.  \n il busto potrebbe rappresentare un personaggio storico o essere ispirato a un sovrano militare o a un condottiero famoso. alcuni indizi, come la barba folta, il volto nobile e la decorazione della croce, fanno pensare a figure come enrico iv di francia (1553\u20131610), noto per essere stato il primo re borbone di francia, spesso rappresentato proprio con barba piena, armatura e decorazioni cavalleresche. \n \n altezza totale: 10 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza base: 1,3 x 1,1 cm \n \n \n altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio: 8,3 x 2,7 x 1,4 cm \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-109)","it":"peso totale: 71 gr \n la parte superiore dell'impugnatura presenta una sagoma quasi cilindrica, leggermente schiacciata sui lati, mentre la parte inferiore &egrave; decorata da una serie di cerchi concentrici che ne allungano armoniosamente la silhouette. \n la base, realizzata in oro giallo, &egrave; finemente ornata da motivi a volute fogliate cesellati con maestria, tipici dell'eleganza decorativa francese dell'epoca.  \n il sigillo, inciso probabilmente su una giadeite, reca uno stemma araldico, suggerendo una committenza nobiliare o alto borghese. \n \n altezza totale: 9,3 cm \n \n  altezza x larghezza base: 2,3 x 2 cm \n  \n \n  altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave; avorio: 7 x 2,8 x 2,8 cm \n  \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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(expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-166)","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 21,5 x 10 x 8,5 cm peso complessivo: 368,6 gr \n la composizione presenta al centro una figura femminile con nimbo, probabilmente sant\u2019anna, seduta su un trono decorato, con il velo che incornicia il volto scolpito in avorio. alla sua sinistra si nota una figura pi&ugrave; piccola, probabilmente un bambino, anch\u2019egli reso con notevole dettaglio. \n \n il trono presenta una struttura barocca, con elementi decorativi tipici del gusto europeo, ma rielaborati attraverso la sensibilit&agrave; artistica locale, dando vita a un\u2019opera che fonde estetica occidentale e tecniche orientali. le tracce di doratura e la policromia consumata testimoniano l'antichit&agrave; dell'opera e il suo uso devozionale. \n \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-166)"},"estimateMax":2400,"lotNumber":"199","title":{"en":"wood carving with ivory inserts, indo-portuguese, late 17th - early 18th century","it":"scultura lignea con inserti in avorio, indo portoghese, fine xvii - inizio xviii secolo"},"url":"https://it.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/bertolamifineart/source/catalog/auction/70865/lot/100008/view","tags":["itArt_Sculpture","itAsianandOtheEthnicAntiquesArts_Indian","itArt","itAsianandOtheEthnicAntiquesArts","itArt_all","itAsianandOtheEthnicAntiquesArts_all"],"directSalePrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-07-21T19:09:28.563Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"\u20ac1 - \u20ac2,400","currency":"EUR","id":100008,"estimateMin":1},{"startPrice":260,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100009/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100009/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100009/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100009/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/bertolamifineart/cloned-images/100009/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"height x width x depth: 21.5 x 12.5 x 7.5 cm total weight: 600 g \n the composition features the madonna enthroned at the center, with saint joseph to her left, recognizable by his mature features and beard. to her right is a headless figure, likely originally an angel or a saint\u2014possibly saint anne or saint joachim\u2014based on traditional iconography. the faces of the madonna and saint joseph are carved in ivory, displaying clear signs of fine chiseling and expressive rendering of their features. the clothing of the figures, rich in folds and now faded decorations, recalls the european baroque style, reinterpreted with local taste and techniques. the throne, large and shaped, is decorated with vegetal motifs and scrolls typical of western aesthetics, but presents a compositional structure that reflects the influence of eastern craftsmanship. the traces of gilding and the wear of the polychromy not only reveal the antiquity of the artifact but also suggest intensive use in a devotional context. \n \n this lot, accompanied by a cites certificate and expertise issued by ce.s.ar centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the european union. (expertise ce.s.ar. 2025-167)","it":"altezza x larghezza x profondit&agrave;: 21,5 x 12,5 x 7,5 cm. peso complessivo: 600 gr \n la composizione presenta al centro la madonna in trono, alla sua sinistra san giuseppe, riconoscibile per la fisionomia matura e la barba, mentre alla sua destra si colloca una figura priva della testa, probabilmente originariamente un angelo o un santo, forse sant'anna o san gioacchino, in base alla tradizione iconografica. i volti della madonna e di san giuseppe sono scolpiti in avorio, con evidenti segni di fine cesellatura e resa espressiva dei lineamenti. l\u2019abbigliamento delle figure, ricco di pieghe e decorazioni ormai sbiadite, richiama lo stile barocco europeo, reinterpretato con gusto e tecniche locali. il trono, ampio e sagomato, &egrave; decorato con motivi vegetali e volute tipiche dell\u2019estetica occidentale, ma presenta un impianto compositivo che riflette l\u2019influenza dell\u2019artigianato orientale. le tracce di doratura e il consumo della policromia non solo rivelano l\u2019antichit&agrave; del manufatto, ma suggeriscono anche un uso intensivo in ambito devozionale \n \n questo lotto, accompagnato da certificato cites e da perizia tecnica rilasciata dal ce.s.ar. centro studi archeometrici, &egrave; disponibile per la vendita solo con spedizioni all\u2019interno della comunit&agrave; europea. 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