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A pair of gilt-bronze mounted grey feldspar urns, 19th century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- felspar
- 33cm. high; 1ft. 1in.
the ovoid bodies with guilloche cast bands, on trumpet socles and square bases, with three illegible stamps to the underside, losses
Provenance
Possibly Schomberg Kerr, 9th Marquess of Lothian (1833 - 1900)
Literature
Newbattle Abbey, Midlothian, Inventory, 1901, p.63, in the Ante-Drawing Room, ‘Pair spar vases, on square plinths, ormolu mounts, (faulty), 13" '
Condition
Each has a wonderful iridescent look. Both upper sections detachable. Chips. Tarnished mounts. Evidence of some old repairs. Both finials lacking. And the top of one fragmented with losses.
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"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."