Lot 31
  • 31

AN ANGLO-INDIAN TURNED AND MOLDED IVORY AND INDIAN EBONY POCKET WATCH-STAND HOLDER, CIRCA 1860, AND A PAIR OF TURNED IVORY CANDLESTICKS |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Indian ebony, ivory
  • Le porte-montre : haut. 16,5 cm. ; The watch stand holder : height 6 ½ in. ; Les bougeoirs : haut. 19,5 cm. ; The candlesticks : height 7 ¾ in.

Condition

The watch-stand holder : Good overall condition. There are the inevitable dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. The columns are slightly loose. The inside pink fabric is rubbed and tarnished. The candlesticks : the illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition. There are the inevitable minute dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. There are traces of old labels under the bases.
"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."