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Tabatière en or et émail "à l'ottomane", Genève, vers 1845
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- painted en plein with trophies of War and Music within garlands of fruit and flowers, the interior of the lid applied with a tughra on a similar ground, unmarked
- Long. 7,5 cm
- 3in wide
ovale, peinte en plein de trophées de guerre et de musique entourés de guirlande de fruits et fleurs, l'intérieur du couvercle orné d'une tughra reposant sur un fond similaire, sans poinçon
Condition
Generally good effect but enamel on sides and lid border has been restored and lacquered.
"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."
Catalogue Note
La tughra est celle du sultan 'Abd al-Majid (1255-1277/1839-1861). Le croissant et l'étoile, symboles de l'Empire Ottoman, présents sur le couvercle de cette tabatière, furent officiellement inscrits sur le drapeau turc en 1844.