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TWO OTTOMAN LEATHER DOCUMENT CASES AND A TORTOISESHELL COMB, TURKEY, 17TH CENTURY AND LATER |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- bigger case closed: 16 by 25.5cm.smaller case closed: 10.8 by 16.6cm.
one brown leather document case emboidered with flowers and scrolls and the name Harbert Randolph, the interior with a dedication reading 'From your obliged cousin B Randolph, Smirna, 25th June 1669', the other case in lighter brown leather with borders decorated with fine silver filigree, containing a tortoiseshell comb
Condition
In generally good condition, minor damages to the leather, some dents missing from the comb, 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.
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."