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A GOLD AND ENAMEL MOUNTED CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL STANDING CUP, probably Vienna, circa 1870-80
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel
- height 13in.
- 33cm
of large and impressive size, the boat-shaped bowl with scrolling handle, baluster stem and oval foot carved with scrolls and foliage, the two gold mounts with varicolored enamel strapwork
Condition
inclusions in the rock crystal, including a dark-colored one on the base; some old glue at top of upper mount, visible through the bowl, other wise good, impressive scale
"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
The large-scale and deep-releif carving resembles that on several pieces by Hermann Ratzersdorfer and Hermann Boehm, both of whom used gold mounts on particularly luxurious items.