- 208
Turkey
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Iznik Pottery Tile
- glazed fritware
- 25 by 25cm., 9 7/8 by 9 7/8 in.
decorated in underglaze blues and turquoise, mounted
Provenance
By repute, gift to Helen de Clermont in Cairo from Sir W.M Flinders Petrie in 1899
Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) was a renowned British archaeologist and Egyptologist and professor whose contributions in these fields were vast, notably in devising a dating method using archaeological pottery from excavation sites. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology forming part of the University College London houses one of the greatest collections of archaeological artifacts from Egypt and Sudan. A large portion of the 80,000 works came from Petrie's excavations.
Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) was a renowned British archaeologist and Egyptologist and professor whose contributions in these fields were vast, notably in devising a dating method using archaeological pottery from excavation sites. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology forming part of the University College London houses one of the greatest collections of archaeological artifacts from Egypt and Sudan. A large portion of the 80,000 works came from Petrie's excavations.
Condition
Break to one angle with associated restoration, some abrasion to external edges and small chips, the surface with some pitting and scratches, set onto wooden mount with hook for hanging, 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."