Lot 391
- 391
A Viennese silver-gilt, enamel and lapis lazuli ewer, probably Herman Ratzersdorfer, circa 1880
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- base marked only with French control mark
- Silver, gilt, enamel, lapis lazuli
- height 12 7/8 in.
- 32.7cm
the oval base supporting a stem with bands of enameled foliage and flanked by satyr heads, the snail-shaped body set with lapis panels, the enameled scroll handle terminating in a bearded-mask
Condition
lapis with some cracks and small repairs, enamel with minor losses and some rubbing to gilt painted decoration, an openwork enameled band behind the snail head is slightly popping up, ewer is pushed down on one side and tilts slightly, otherwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A similar rock crystal model marked by Ratzersdorfer was sold Christie's, London, March 22, 2001, lot 14.