- 222
A gold, enamel, and gem-set small dish, 20th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- Gold, enamel, gem
- length 4 1/8 in.
- 10.5cm
with green enamel arabesque on gold ground, the rim with bands of rubies and diamonds in enamel surrounds, accented by cabochon emeralds and other stones
Condition
one ruby missing from rim, possibly some cabochon pendants missing, minor losses to green enamel at rim
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.
Catalogue Note
Either this dish or one of this model was in the collection of King Farouk, sold The Palace Collections of Egypt, March 19 1954, lot 222, (part) illus. plate 59.