Lot 345
  • 345

F.G. Behl A carved ivory table mirror Nuremberg, circa 1870

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • F.G. Behl
  • ivory
  • height 12 3/4 in.; width 10 3/4 in.
  • 32.5 cm; 27.4 cm
signed F. G. Behl to the back.

Condition

Overall very good condition and presentation; very finely carved; two repaired breaks to flower head of cresting with a very small replaced section; chip to leaf tip of top left corner of frame; chip to one leaf tip of top right corner; bottom left scrolled foliage with a loss to on leaf tip. Please note this lot contains endangered material which may require a CITES permit to export. Please contact the department with any questions prior to sale.
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.