- 1179
A turned wood and ivory cup and cover 17th century, probably Scandanavia
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, hardwood
- height 12 1/2 in.
- 31.8 cm
the pentalobed stepped base rising to a tall narrow stem interspersed with wood and ivory knops and florettes, a flared scalloped element rising to a gadrooned wood cup, the conforming gadrooned lid with ivory band underneath and similarly formed ivory and wood knop surmounted by an artichoke-form finial; the whole decorated with small circular ivory bosses, with an indistinct number in ink below foot: "560?."
Provenance
Galerie Neuse, Bremen
Condition
Some age cracks. Some elements on stem re-glued. Minor chips. Some bosses re-attached and/or restored. Glued crack to ivory ring under lid. Chipping to finial with small restoration on ivory portion.
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.