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A French Silver-gilt and Enamel Neo-Gothic Ewer and Basin, Charles Picard, Paris, circa 1875
Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ewer marked near rim, basin marked in center of base
- Silver
- height of ewer 10 3/8 in.; length of basin 14 7/8 in.
- 27cm; 38cm
the ewer of baluster form chased with panels of columbine and bullrushes, raised on quatrefoil foot and applied with three quatrefoil panels of champlevé enamel, elongated leafy dragon handle, the shaped oval basin chased to match and applied with four enamel quatrefoils, handles modeled as pairs of dragons
Condition
slight wear to gilding at high spots, overall good condition
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.
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.