- 280
AN IVORY SILVERED AND GILT-BRONZE-MOUNTED MOTHER-OF-PEARL INLAID ALABASTER AND ONYX CHESS SET Probably Italian, circa 1900
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- alabaster and ivory
- 16 1/8 in. by 16 in.
- 41.1 cm by 40.6 cm
the pieces in the form of Renaissance figures, one tinted red, each raised on a plinth.
Condition
One elephant missing small tip of the tail. Four pawns restored at their ankles. Four horses restored at their ankles. One King and one Pawn re-placed. All very hard to notice as it has been restored in an extremely good way, only visible under the black light. Basically in 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.