- 643
An Ottoman tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid table, Turkey, 19th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wood, ebony, mother of pearl, tortoiseshell
of octagonal form standing on eight legs with mashrabiya openwork decoration and round arches to the sides, four of which feature a small rectangular calligraphic panel, the top inlaid with tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl with a star motif to the centre and a polygonal pattern, with a geometric band on external border
Condition
In general good condition, crack running through one side of table top causing small dislocation to the mother-of-pearl design it traverses, light scratches, 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."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
in Arabic
dama lak al-'izz wa al-baqa / ma ikhtalafa al-subh wa'l-masa / ijlisu 'ala ma'idat al-surur / bi'l-hana wa'l-hubur
"May there be to you Glory and Long Life to you as long as there are morning and evening. Sit on the table of happiness in health and enjoyment"