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Makarakanthi Gold inlaid with rubies Southern India
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Makarakanthi
- Gold inlaid with rubies
- Diameter: 3 3/8 in (8.6 cm) max
A bangle consisting of articulated beads of kirtimukha faces culminating in two facing makara heads, the eyes inlaid with rubies, holding a round ball in their mouths with a motif of two entwined birds on both sides and a flower on the top inlaid with a ruby.
Provenance
Spink and Son Ltd, London, 1988
Condition
Some green color on the gold, possibly from pigments. Tiny cracks in the gold on the makara heads. The stones possibly replacements. Good condition.
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.