- 87
German, 16th century
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Large ring with a portrait of a classical woman
- silver-gilt, set with a cornelian intaglio
- German, 16th century
the shoulders with engraved foliate decoration and scrollwork
Provenance
Ralph Andrew Harari, London, until 1969
and thence by descent
with S.J. Phillips Ltd., London, 1988
private collection, United Kingdom
and thence by descent
with S.J. Phillips Ltd., London, 1988
private collection, United Kingdom
Literature
J. Boardman and D. Scarisbrick, The Ralph Harari collection of finger rings, London, 1977, p. 66, no. 152;
2,500 Years of rings, cat. S.J. Phillips Ltd., London, 1988, p. 34, no. 74
2,500 Years of rings, cat. S.J. Phillips Ltd., London, 1988, p. 34, no. 74
Condition
Overall the condition of the ring is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is wear to the gilding throughout and there are a few nicks and scratches, particularly to the shank and to the underside of the setting. There is oxidation and a few nicks to the metal around the intaglio. The intaglio itself is in very good condition with minor wear. There are indecipherable marks to the shank.
"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."