Lot 208
- 208
THREE TWO-COLOUR GOLD AND ENAMELLED PARTLY OPENWORK ZARFS, SWITZERLAND FOR THE OTTOMAN MARKET, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
one decorated with spiralling bands enamelled with flowers against different coloured grounds, interspersed with green-gold pierced and chased vine tendrils; the other with pale blue 'taille d'epargne' ribbons terminating in tadpole-shaped panels painted with flowers between black enamelled and pierced plumage; the other applied in spiralling sections with seed-pearl grapes and green enamelled vine leaves between flowers painted 'en plein' against a pink ground, the stem in pale blue and white 'taille d'epargne'
Condition
All in generally good condition, very minor sections of enamel rubbed, particularly to zarf with seed-pearl grape motifs, 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."