Lot 140
  • 140

An ivory-inlaid table casket, Spain, 16th century

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • wood and invory with metal key and hinges
inlaid with a micro-mosaic design of ivory, green stained ivory and ebony, brass handle to top, with key

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 1 April 2009, lot 84.

Condition

Some minor ivory mosaic panels missing, slight nicks to extremities, panel to front of cover partly missing with some damage (section to be restored), the brass eroded with rust, the key functional, 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."