- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Stories
Lot 32:
Description
Pair of 19th-century Neo-Grec style tazze or candle holders. Each piece is constructed from black marble or slate and red-veined marble with gilt-metal mounts. Each tazza features a shallow, circular black stone bowl supported by a turned gilt-metal pedestal. The pedestal is set upon a rectangular, multi-tiered base composed of alternating layers of black stone and red-veined marble. The black sections of the base are decorated with incised and gilded foliate and floral motifs. Each assembly is raised on four cast gilt-metal scroll feet featuring stylized acanthus leaf details. 9 3/4" H x 7 1/4" W x 4 1/4" D.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Condition report:
Several visible chips and small nicks are present along the rims of the black stone bowls and the edges of the tiered marble bases. There is light wear and some minor losses to the incised gilded decorations. The gilt-metal components show a naturally aged patina with areas of oxidation. The paper and plaster lining on the bottom of the bases shows significant crumbling, staining, and surface loss.
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