Large bassin en laiton, Egypte ou Syrie, art mamelouk, XVE siècle

de forme hémisphérique à décor gravé et incisé d'inscriptions monumentales en thuluth, interrompues par des rondeaux ornés d'une fleur de lotus bordée par une frise de palmettes ou de chevrons; patine brune, trous sur la bordure supérieure, petit accident au centre

In colour : the catalogue illustration is accurate There are abrasation overall the surface visible in the catalogue illustration The top rim has been consolidated with an old copper strip There is a small accident in the cavetto with a split There are a few dents on the surface with scratches
"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."

Inscription : al-maqarr al-achrafi al-karimi al-'âli/al-mawlawi al-amiri al-kabiri al-mâ/liki al-'âlimi al-'âlimi al-makhdumi a/l-mujâhidi al-muthâghiri al-maliki al-himâmi (For the Most Noble, the Generous, the High, the Lordy, the Great Commander, the Possessor, the Learned, the Learned, the Officer of, the Holy Warrior, the Protector of the frontiers, al-Malik al-Himâm).