Lot 16
  • 16

Turkey

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Iznik Pottery Tile Fragment with Composite Floral Palmette
  • glazed fritware
  • approximately: 22 by 31cm., 8 11/16 by 12 1/4 in.
decorated in underglaze blues, viridian green and bole red with black outlines, mounted

Provenance

Tarquin Bilgen Works of Art, London

Condition

Cut into a pentagonal shape, with drill hole through centre, the edges abraded with some small chips, pitting to glaze and bole red, few minor hairline cracks in glaze, set onto wooden mount with hook for hanging, 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."