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A silver and enamel cornucopia, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, circa 1880
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- A silver and enamel cornucopia, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, circa 1880
- silver and enamel
- 44cm., 17 ¼ in. high
the horn and domed hexagonal base painted en plein with classical subjects reserved on a pale blue ground ornamented with putto masks and anthemion decoration, the horn supported by a winged horse, the borders and band applied with brightly-coloured scroll ornament, maker’s mark, Vienna post 1872 town marks
Condition
Generally good order with no restoration. Lacking narrow top rim and one corner ornament on base. Very minor enamel losses on bands and borders. Horn slightly wobbly on base. Would benefit from professional cleaning.
"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."