- 577
Europe, 20th century
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Four Pendant and Table Bell Pushes
- patinated metal, bronze, chord, ivory, brass
- table bell 5.5 by 8.5cm., 2¼ by 3¼in. silvered metal bear 10cm., 4in. largest brass bear 7cm. 2¾in.
- Made circa 1910-1930.
comprising:
a patinated metal table bell, a silvered metal pendant bell, a chord suspending three brass bears (including a bear cub), three with ivory pushes
a patinated metal table bell, a silvered metal pendant bell, a chord suspending three brass bears (including a bear cub), three with ivory pushes
Condition
Decorative. These should not be re-instated as bells/light switches. The flexes are frayed and of great age. Old surface marks and sratches.
"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."