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Costa Rican Gold Bell with Avian ca. A.D. 800-1200
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Gold
- Length: 2 3/4 in (7 cm)
the cast and heavy ornament with carinated clapper trimmed by a braided finial, and surmounted by a toucan landing from flight with upraised tail; the suspension loop beneath the tail.
Provenance
Theodore Westburg, Pennsylvania, acquired in the 1950's/early 1960's
By descent to the present owner
By descent to the present owner
Condition
Excellent, strong form, and design, has small casting holes on the PR side of bell body.
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.