Lot 37
- 37
A GROUP OF THREE HARDSTONE DESK SEALS, ENGLISH, MID/LATE 19TH CENTURY | A group of three hardstone desk seals, English, mid/late 19th century
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- 6.5cm., 2 1/2 in.; 6cm., 2 3/8 in.;
comprising one of bloodstone, the matrix engraved with the arms, motto, supporters and coronet of Sandys, Baronets of Ombersley, the terminal engraved 'Ombersley Court / Stourport'; one carnelian, the matrix engraved with the initials AS in monogram below a baron's coronet, and one with banded agate handle and gilt 5cm., 2 in. mounts, the bloodstone matrix engraved 'Louisa'
Literature
M. H. Blutley, Ombersley Court, Inventories of Heirlooms, 1863, p.119; [the first possibly] 'State Bedroom / Ombersley Court Seal in gold frame'
Condition
The bloodstone seal with a filled natural flaw resulting in a hairline crack of circa 2.5 length, very small scratches throughout, the carnelian seal with a large chip to the matrix; the banded agate seal in very good condition
"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."