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A GOLD AND AGATE “GOTHICK” TABLE NECESSAIRE, PROBABLY ENGLISH, CIRCA 1830 |
估價
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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描述
- apparently unmarked
- hardstone, gold, glass
- length 3 3/4 in.
- 9.6 cm
in the form of a rectangular casket with domed cover, with concealed opening by sliding the top to reveal four cut-glass bottles with chased gold caps, the base with sliding drawer fitted with mirror, all paneled in striated pale brown translucent agate and with openwork borders of Gothick foliage and architectural ornament, on four fluted ball feet
Condition
One crack in left side panel, which follows the striations; One screw missing from top; very minor losses to gold border on top, gold front to drawer loose, otherwise good;
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.