Lot 10
  • 10

presse-papier en argent, vermeil et perles, probablement Allemagne, milieu du XIXe siècle

Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 EUR
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Description

  • presse-papier en argent, vermeil et perles, probablement Allemagne, milieu du XIXe siècle
  • parcel-gilt silver, pearl, aventurine glass, hardstone
  • Long. 10,5 cm ; 4 1/8 in
formé de deux colombes aux dos perlés essayant de chasser un serpent rôdant près de leur nid, la base en verre couleur aventurine ceinte d'une bordure de rubans

cast and chased as two pearl-backed doves attempting to frighten a menacing serpent from their nest, aventurine glass base with ribbon-stamped border




 

Provenance

Princes Reuss, sale, Sotheby's Amsterdam, 1 November 2005, lot 1974

Condition

Excellent 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. 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."