- 76
English, late 17th/ 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Ten keys
- steel, on four modern brass and perspex stands
- English, late 17th/ 18th century
Provenance
at least four keys:
Sotheby's London, 13 December 1990, lots 268, 270, and 271
Sotheby's London, 13 December 1990, lots 268, 270, and 271
Condition
Overall the condition of the keys is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some minor oxidisation in some areas, in particular the crevices. the outer tracery of the bow of one of the keys is slightly warped.
The stands are in good condition with minor wear.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
H. Pankofer, Schlüssel und Schloss, Munich, 1973, p. 62; M. Pall, Schlüssel und Schlösser. Exponate aus der Schell Collection Graz, Graz, 2012, pp. 240-241
H. Pankofer, Schlüssel und Schloss, Munich, 1973, p. 62; M. Pall, Schlüssel und Schlösser. Exponate aus der Schell Collection Graz, Graz, 2012, pp. 240-241