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A rock crystal horn with silver-gilt and painted enamel mounts, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, circa 1875
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- A rock crystal horn with silver-gilt and painted enamel mounts, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, circa 1875
- hardstone and silver, enamel, rock crystal
- 28cm., 11 in. high
the curved horn and oval base carved with masks and scrolls, supported on the back of a faun carrying large fishes, the enamel borders and segments painted with mythological and hunting subjects, the horn terminating in the cast and chased head of a bear, maker's mark, greyhound head town mark
Condition
Iinteresting piece with excellent painting. There is a V shaped flaw on the crystal which looks like a crack but ddoes not go all the way through. Small patch of restoration to enamel near bear's head.
"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."