ANCIENT PAINTINGS AND FURNISHINGS

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GLOSSARY TERMS AND EXPRESSIONS USED IN THE DESCRIPTION AND LISTING OF LOTS.
With this terminology Meeting Art expresses an opinion and not a statement of fact as to the attribution, origin, date, age, provenance, and condition of the lots contained in this catalog.
Furthermore, Meeting Art strongly recommends that buyers personally view the lots offered which are subject to the conditions of sale.
1.1820, SILVERSMITH... In our opinion the hallmarking confirms the place, year and maker.
2. PARIS...or FRANCE... c. 1820. In our opinion, although it has no legible or missing punches, it can be traced to the place and period indicated.
3. OF TASTE...or OF STYLE...or IN STYLE... In our opinion, the judgment is inherent solely to the pattern and decorative workmanship of the object, not attributing it to the historical period of the style indicated.
4. GROSS WEIGHT The lot was weighed with the non-silver parts (e.g., wooden handles, ballasts etc.) of which separation was not possible. Net weight is expressed in grams only, not less than indicated.
5. GUIDO RENI In our opinion this is a work by the indicated artist.
6. GUIDO RENI (attributed to) In our opinion this is a work, all or even part of it, probably by the indicated artist.
7. GUIDO RENI (Bottega di) In our opinion this is a work made in the artist's workshop or studio, thus attributable, even doubtfully, to a pupil whose identity is unknown and probably under his supervision.
8. GUIDO RENI (Circle of) or (Scope of) In our opinion this is a work made during his lifetime
9. GUIDO RENI (Follower of) In our opinion this is a work made by a skilled hand, not necessarily a pupil, close to the indicated artist even not contemporary and datable even to a later period.
10. GUIDO RENI (Manner of) or (Style of) In our opinion this is a work made in the style of the artist of a later period.
11. (by Guido Reni) In our opinion this is a copy of a known work by the indicated artist.
12..... , 17th century... (and all centuries indicated) In our opinion this is a work belonging to this historical period and are indicative indications susceptible to margins of approval.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS
Unless specifically stated, there is no guarantee that the clocks are intact and in working order.
It is therefore strongly recommended that such lots be inspected prior to participation in the auction.
In the case of adjudication of particularly fragile lots, kind clients are urged to arrange for collection directly or to use specialized art transporters.
The condition of antique paintings is generally not indicated in the catalog.
Any specific requests or condition reports should be sent by email to info@meetingart.it Meeting Art auction house does not assure the possibility of arranging transportation and packing of particularly bulky or fragile lots: for such lots buyers will have to take full responsibility for moving and handling the collection of them.
Buyers are requested to inquire prior to participation in the auction about possible pick-up arrangements for lots of interest.
All lots containing electrical components and items prepared for electrification are not verified.
Meeting Art Auction House does not guarantee their actual operation.
It is also reminded that the description of lots for sale in the catalog and on the sales slip is made as accurately and in as much detail as possible.
The management reminds that with regard to the purchase of materials such as: ivory, tortoise and coral to pay attention to the laws of the countries that regulate their importation, then to inquire about customs procedures and the relevant permits required.