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A pair of J. & L. Lobmeyr enamelled 'Persian-style' glass hookah base or bottle vases circa 1878
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- JLL monogram in white enamel
- 30cm., 11¾in.
from the Arabian Series, designed by Machytka and Schmoranz, each compressed globular form with tall slender neck and bulbous collar, set on a tall flared foot, painted and gilt with stylised flowers within geometric scroll, inscribed in Kufic script around the body
Condition
Both vases with some wear to gilding, particularly to the necks.
"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
A pair of identical vases was sold in these Rooms, 22nd November 2005, lot 153 and a single example on 21st November 2006, lot 104. For a further bottle vase of this type, see W.Neuwirth, Orientalisierende Gläser. J. & L. Lobmeyr, Vol.1, p.51, pl.18.