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An Art Nouveau silver and enamel frame, Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, Birmingham, 1910
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 19cm, 7 1/2 in high
the border with blue and green enamel amdist foliage and berries, oak easel back
Literature
For an identical frame from 1906 see Archibald Knox, Stephen A Martin, Art Media Press, London, 2001, p.231
Condition
Generally very good condition, the maker's mark is partly worn but still legible, nice patina and hammered surface, tiny dent to upper right hand edge over the top of the frame, this is minor and not visible from the front, overall good
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"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."