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A Fine and Rare Carved and Pierced Pan Bone Whalebone and Ivory Watch Hutch, Probably New England, 19th Century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 8 in. by width 5 in. (20.3 by 12.7 cm)
the cresting pierced with stars, crescent moon and scalloped sun, backed with red and blue homespun cloth, flanked by turned urns, has a swing door.
Provenance
Mark and Susan Laracy, New Canaan, Connecticut;
Skinner's Auction Gallery, January 12, 1997, Sale 1755
Literature
E. Norman Flayderman, Scrimshaw and Srimshanders, p. 211
Condition
please note this lot contains ivory and pan bone whalebone; chip on back approximately 1/8 inch; separation between top and left side; splits and cracks as pictured consistent with age
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.