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A GROUP OF FOUR ELEPHANT IVORY SKULLS, PROBABLY FRENCH, 17TH TO 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- H. 5 cm, 2 in. ; 5 cm, 2 in. ; 3 cm, 1 1/4 in. ; 5 cm, 2 in. ; 4,5 cm, 1 3/4 in.
Together with a bovine bone skull and a bovine bone Mala bracelet comprising twelve skulls
Condition
In overall fairly good condition with minor surface dirt and wear to the carving consistent with age and handling. The skull with an articulated jaw has missing teeth. One skull with a small loss visible inside the lower jaw and a break visible to both cheekbones. Two skulls with a broken lower jaw. A few hairline fissures consistent with the material are visible on some skulls. The Mala skulls with fairly worn carving.
"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."