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a moghul jade-hilted dagger (khanjar) north india
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- a moghul jade-hilted dagger (khanjar)
- Length: 14 3/4 in (35 cm)
Watered steel blade, hilt baluster-form grip, scroll quillons and bifurcated pommel worked in low relief with floral decoration.
Condition
The double-sided blade tarnished but un-pitted. The point is slightly flattened. The blade secured with modern glue. The Jade with some fritting at the hilt and some flaws overall. The colour is considerably more celadon than the catalogue illustration. No breaks or restoration to the jade.
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.