Lot 544
  • 544

Two silver-gilt, enamel and hardstone objects of vertu, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • Two silver-gilt, enamel and hardstone objects of vertu, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century
  • silver, enamel, rock crystal, hardstones
the first, a silver-gilt mounted rock crystal tazza, the bowl of shell form, the stem in the form of a monkey climbing a tree, hanging hardstone fruits, the base and bowl rim chased with scrolls, traces of enamel, set with opal, turquoise and garnets, apparently unmarked, 11cm., 4 1/8 in; and a silver-gilt figure of Harlequin, in an alert pose, on a square plinth set with lapis lazuli panels, marble base, 13.5cm., 5 1/4 in.

Condition

1. would benefit from professional cleaning and care - bowl wobbly 2. some chips to marble base
"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.
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