Lot 174
  • 174

A PEACOCK-FORM BRONZE HUQQA BASE AND A BRONZE DISH, INDIA

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • bronze
A. The huqqa base cast with the bird with a down-turned head standing on a domical openwork base, collared apertures at the top and side
B. The dish of shallow form with a broad flattened rim, cast with friezes of animals around a central stylised floral-form design enclosing lotus, the reverse with a series of animal roundels

Condition

Huqqa base: areas of green surface accretion, some wear and casting defects Dish: underside heavily worn, greenish patination, traces of gilding on upper rim As viewed.
"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."