- 101
Probably Italian, 16th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Intaglio with a bird
- yellow agate, set in a later gold ring
- Probably Italian, 16th century
Provenance
with Charles Ratton, Paris
Condition
Overall the condition of the ring is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a number of small nicks and scratches to the gold, in particular scratches to the bottom edge of the shank and some small nicks on the same side of the bezel as the shield on the cameo. The gold is hammered to the interior and there are joints visible to the interior where the supporting bar (for the cameo) joins with the shank. There are very small nicks and scratches to the cameo. There are some naturally occurring inclusions to the stone, visible to the underside.
"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."