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A large pair of French enamelled 'Persian-style' glass mosque lamps Philippe-Joseph Brocard and Son, Paris, dated 1876
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Brocard et fils 1876' in red on the edge of the foot
- 38.5cm., 15 1/8 in.
signed, each compressed globular form of emerald-green tint with wide flared neck, the sides applied with six suspension loops, painted and gilt with broad bands of Kufic inscriptions between bands of scroll and stylised foliate decoration, the everted double-walled foot with gilt band, the base painted with a central rosette within gilt scrolling foliage, all outlined in red
Condition
Overall in good condition with minor typical wear to gilding.
"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."