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Grand samovar en argent, apparemment non poinçonné, probablement Thailande, vers 1880
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- the four dragon shaped feet, supporting a highly decorated base with openwork rim, decorations include floral motifs, dancing Thai gods and animals, eight figures attached to the rim, the second part with feather motifs, above an openwork part, decorated with four peacocks, above this a stand with a pierced rim, the detachable bowl with similar decoration
- Haut. 65.5cm
- 25 3/4 in high
reposant sur quatre pieds en forme de dragons, le corps et le pied richement repoussés et ciselés de danseuses, la prise ajourée de quatre paons
Condition
Overall scratches and dents from use, the rim of the cover with a dent, the finial with a dent, one of the middle parts with a large cut, this is the reason why the entire samovar is leaning. One of the dancing figures to be resoldered. Some damage on the pierced part of the central stem. A few old repairs to the bowl.
This piece, unmarked, is more likely to be Indonesian and could have been used as a perfume burner.
"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."