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A lacquer set of portable merchant's scales, Persia, Qajar, 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- lacquer
- 30 by 59cm.
of rectangular form, comprising an adjustable shaft, a brass tray, brass weights, steel tweezers, three boxes with hinged covers
Provenance
Christie's London, 25 April 1995, lot 106.
Condition
In overall good condition, the box with minor losses, affecting mainly the lid, its surface with occasional losses to the paint with scratches and abrasions, some areas with repainting. Some weights and measures missing, rusts, 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."
Catalogue Note
The interior of this delicate and remarkably complete set of Qajar portable scales is finely decorated with the scene of Joseph being weighed before the Pharaoh, while gol-e-bulbul patterns adorn the exterior panels.