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"DEITIES PRESENTED WITH THE ARTS," A FINE CARVED IVORY CHARGER France, possibly Dieppe, circa 1870's
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, velvet
- height 21 in.; width 27 1/4 in.
- 53.5 cm; 69 in.
Finely carved and mounted on an ebonized wood board and frame, the central panel with a celebration of music, comedy, painting and sculpture, with chariots drawn by lions, the border with the same four disciplines represented, interspersed with mythological scenes.
Condition
Over all in good original condition. together with a ebonised and velvet fabric frame.
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.