- 829
A rock crystal drageoir and stand with enamelled silver-gilt mounts, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, late 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- A rock crystal drageoir and stand with enamelled silver-gilt mounts, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Vienna, late 19th century
- silver, rock crystal
- bowl 16cm, 6 ¼ in., stand 19cm., 7 ½ in. wide
the oval bulbous bowl, cover and dish carved in relief with leaves and scrolls within narrow silver-gilt borders decorated in polychrome champlevé enamels, the ring finial and handles formed as winged caryatids also picked out in enamel, maker’s mark, Vienna town and standard marks post-1872
Condition
generally good order although quite a few natural flaws in crystal. Several small chips to crystal round rim of cover. Old restoration to enamels.
"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."