Lot 395
  • 395

A Qajar polychrome enamelled gold pendant, Persia, first-half 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Enamel and gold
the tear-form plaque with an openwork enamelled design of a floral motif encircled by ruby-set flowers and turquoise-set leafy shoots, the edge with a diaper pattern, signed to reverse, the lower edge fringed with seed pearl and bead elements

 

Provenance

Sotheby’s, London, 30 April 2003, Lot 123

Condition

In general very good condition, as viewed.
"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

inscriptions

The name of the maker: ‘The work of Haj Baba Yusif, the ill-fated (?) of Badkuba’