Lot 186
  • 186

Persia

Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
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Description

  • Qajar Hexagonal Lustre Pottery Tile
  • glazed fritware
  • 30 by 26.5cm., 11 13/16 by 10 7/16 in.
moulded in relief, painted in lustre over the glaze, mounted

Provenance

Bonhams, London, 6 June 2010, lot 119
ex-Jacques Desenfans Collection 
purchased by the above at Hotel Drouot, Paris, 1969

Condition

Some abrasion along external edges and small chips to extremities, the surface with cracquelure to glaze and associated dirt encrustation, some abrasion to sections of surface with associated overpainting, set onto a 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.
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