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A NASRID REVIVAL IVORY AND BONE-INLAID PARQUETRY WOOD CABINET STAND, SPAIN, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 168 by 41 by 87.5cm.
the rectangular cabinet decorated with geometrical motifs in ivory and bone and various types of wood, with ivory cartouches containing the Shahada, the interior with eleven drawers, decorated with arcades and geometric motifs set between cusped arches, the top with detachable crenellation motifs, the high stand decorated with cusped arches and columns
Condition
In good condition, minor abrasions and stains, 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."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions A repetition of the Nasrid motto:
wa la ghalib illa allah
'And there is no Conqueror except God'
A related Nasrid-revival cabinet stand was sold in these rooms, 5 October 2011, lot 381.
wa la ghalib illa allah
'And there is no Conqueror except God'
A related Nasrid-revival cabinet stand was sold in these rooms, 5 October 2011, lot 381.