Lot 333
  • 333

A carved ivory ewer with silver-gilt mounts, German, circa 1900

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver-gilt, ivory
  • 52cm, 20 1/2 in high
elaborately carved overall with scenes of bacchic revelry, supported on the backs of three bowed fauns, the handle carved as a nymph carrying a putto on her shoulders, chased silver-gilt mounts

Condition

Generally very good condition but would benefit from professional cleaning.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For a very similar ewer and dish from the Oxley Bequest, Temple Newsam House, Leeds, see Matthew Winterbottom & James Lomax, All that glistens ... treasures of a Victorian banker, undated catalogue, nos. 57 & 58.