Lot 107
- 107
A fine Timurid tinned-copper bowl, western Persia, circa 1500
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- tinned copper
the incised decoration comprising a band of inscriptive cartouches and floral and cloud band quatrefoils on a hatched ground, with a dense engraved vegetal design underneath featuring lotus blossoms amidst scrolling cloudbands
Condition
In general good condition, most of tinned copper discoloured due to rubbing as consistent with age and use, minor patches of oxidisation and areas of surface scratched, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
Persian couplets, not recorded before, about the basin (tas) and the sound it makes (not fully deciphered).
A similar bowl was sold in these rooms, 7 October 2009, lot 113.
Persian couplets, not recorded before, about the basin (tas) and the sound it makes (not fully deciphered).
A similar bowl was sold in these rooms, 7 October 2009, lot 113.