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A gold-inlaid ram's head-hilted steel sword and scabbard, India, 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- metal, steel, wood
the gold-inlaid steel hilt in the form of a ram's head with typical markings to face, inset eyes, and detailed floral motifs on grip, quillons and knuckle-guard, the curved steel blade with flat edge, wood scabbard with silk and silver-thread floral design, old collection label near upper edge
Condition
In good overall condition, the hilt with minor oxidisation to steel background, gold strong, stones in eyes probably later replacements, the steel blade clean generally, the scabbard worn with some stains and associated discoloration to silk lining, some replacements and consolidation, 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."
"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."