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A Norwegian silver-gilt and painted, cloisonné, and plique-a-jour enamel centerpiece, circa 1890
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- struck with spurious Russian marks
- Silver-gilt, Enamel
- height 12 3/4 in.
- 32.5cm
the domed base with painted enamels of a Viking ship, stave church, landscape and villagers, the stem with cloisonné enamel spirals supporting a fluted bowl with plique-a-jour enamel rim and buttresses
Condition
some losses to enamel on pendant swags, plique a jour rim with one tiny break, a few other small spots probably repaired and less tranlucent, generally very good 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.
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.