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A FINE SILVER MOUNTED EMU EGG INKSTAND, BY J. M. WENDT, ADELAIDE, CIRCA 1870
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 AUD
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Description
- A FINE SILVER MOUNTED EMU EGG INKSTAND, BY J. M. WENDT, ADELAIDE, CIRCA 1870
- 1088gms total weight including the plinth, 24cm wide, 19.5cm high
with a cameo scene insert showing an emu and a kangaroo, surmounted by an inkwell recess with a leaf decorated cover and cockatoo finial, flanked by the figure of an Aboriginal woman to one side and a kangaroo to the other, the quill tray to the front modelled as a branch, raised on an oval base and conforming blackwood plinth
impressed marks to base
impressed marks to base
Condition
egg is is good condition; cloak on the figure is a little loose; piece in little dirty and needs cleaning; punch marks are clear on reverse near base; some surface scratching to the piece;
"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."