Lot 134
  • 134

A GROUP OF EARLY ISLAMIC GLASS FRAGMENTS, EGYPT AND SYRIA, 9TH-14TH CENTURY |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
Bidding Closed

Description

  • 6.4 by 5.1cm. max.
comprising eighteen Mamluk fragments: some with applied gold leaf, lustre and polychrome enamels; subjects include: two figural, a row of fish, a few with birds, a few with pseudo-inscriptions, an architectural scene, some floral motifs; one larger deep purple glass fragment with applied enamel and gold, the base of a bowl with fish painted in lustre, seven millefiori glass fragments, including a rare gold sandwich glass fragment

Condition

Fragmentary, fragile, we would advise contacting a specialised conservator for further advice on the conservation of these pieces, 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."