- 199
A pair of jewelled ivory grape-harvesters with enamelled silver-gilt mounts, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- A pair of jewelled ivory grape-harvesters with enamelled silver-gilt mounts, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century
- hardstone, ivory, sapphire, emeralds, rubies, pearl, lapis lazuli silver-gilt, leather (box)
- she: 23cm., 9 1/8 in. high ; he: 25cm., 9 7/8 in. high
each in 18th century dresss carrying baskets of hardstone, pearl and emerald grapes and other fruits, each on an octagonal jewelled and enamelled silver-gilt and lapis lazuli base, unmarked, in original leather cases
Condition
SHE; some losses to enamel overall, especially hod, base and hat. a few jewels from her dress missing, pearls missing from lid of hod.
HE: one crack to ivory, rear of thigh, losses to enamel especially base and hod, pearls missing from lid of hod
Very decorative and good impression.
"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."