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TWO SIMILAR AUSTRIAN SILVER-MOUNTED ENAMEL SWEETMEAT DISHES, KARL BANK, VIENNA, CIRCA 1895 |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- length 9 3/4 in.
- 24.8 cm
one with borders of champlevé enamel, the other with borders of turquoise enamel bosses
Condition
minor dings throughout, the first with losses and restoration around mouth and ears, both with restoration and losses to one shoulder, minor wear to bases where they rest
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
These pieces copy in enamel a form made in porcelain by the Du Paquier firm of Vienna, circa 1730; an example is in the Metropolitan Museum.