拍品 268
  • 268

A MONUMENTAL HISPANO-MORESQUE POTTERY 'ALHAMBRA-STYLE' VASE, SPAIN, LATE 19TH CENTURY |

估價
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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描述

  • 84.5cm. height40cm. approx. diam.
of tall baluster form, carved in relief with split-palmette and foliate decoration, orange, blue and cream glazes, gold borders, inscriptions to handles, a roundel on each side featuring a coat of arms and 'Y' surmounted by a crown, on wooden base

Condition

Bright colours, breaks and associated restoration with overpainting to neck and handles, could benefit from a professional clean as there appears to be some dirt encrustation on surface, 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."

拍品資料及來源

inscriptions

Repetition of: la ghalib illa allah
'There is no Conqueror but God' (The Nasrid motto)

The monogram on the vase may be that of Queen Isabella II of Spain (r.1833-68).