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A jewelled parcel-gilt silver, metal and enamel chess set, Hungarian, modern
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- A jewelled parcel-gilt silver, metal and enamel chess set, Hungarian, modern
- wood, silver-gilt, metal, semi-precious stones, seed pearl
- 55.5cm., 21 7/8 in wide
the black and gilt-metal board bordered with jewelled pierced parcel-gilt silver mounts, velvet lining and wooden base, a white enamelled silver-gilt equestrian knight at each corner, unmarked, with its full set of light blue and silver or dark blue and silver-gilt chess pieces, each on jewelled pierced mounts, velvet lining, the kings and queens clad in scarlet enamel
Condition
Overall good condition apart from some minor losses to enamel. 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."