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A Silver Ewer and Basin by Ignace Colombier, Marseille, 1781, made for the Bey of Algiers, 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver
of elegant pyriform shape, worked in repoussé and engraved with a floral decoration, the domed cover with a knop finial, the swan-neck terminating in a faceted spout, with an s-shaped handle, stamped at the base with French maker's marks, the basin also worked in repoussé with panels containing floral sprays, the detacheable filter with an openwork design of lobed arches and flower bouquets, one with a stamped tughra, undeciphered
Provenance
Collection Henry-Rene D'Allemagne
Literature
La Maison d'un Vieux Collectionneur, Vol. II., Paris, 1948, plates 179 and 183.
Condition
In general good condition, some minor dents to ewer and basin, including very minor pitting, 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."
"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."