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A Rare Jewelled Jade-Hilted Kard Dagger and Scabbard, India, 18th-19th Century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
the tapering watered steel blade with scrolling floral motifs at the forte, white, green and red enamel band depicting doves amid lotus plants, the jade hilt of straight form inlaid with gold floral decoration comprising outdoor scenes of tigers and birds set with emeralds, rubies, sapphires, cut diamonds and turquoise, the silk-covered wood scabbard decorated with foliage and scattered flowers
Provenance
Formerly in the Collection of the actress Josette Day (1914-1978)
Condition
some very slight fraying of the fabric at the opening of the scabbard, 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."