Lot 18
  • 18

A carved rock crystal ewer with jewelled gilt-metal mounts, Austro-Hungarian, circa 1900

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • A carved rock crystal ewer with jewelled gilt-metal mounts, Austro-Hungarian, circa 1900
  • silver, enamel, rock crystal
  • 32cm., 12 5/8 in. high
the ewer carved with a lion hunt, after the Antique, jewelled crook handle supported by a gilt satyr mask, the mounts set with green and red cabochons

Condition

excellent condition, apart from bottom mount of stem re-glued. very fine carving,
"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."