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Flemish, mid-15th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- large lavabo
- brass
- Flemish, mid-15th century
with an illegible inscription on the drum
Provenance
Christie's London, 20 April 1994, lot 42
Condition
Overall the condition of the lavabo is good. There is wear and some dirt to the surface consistent with age and handling with tarnishing to the patina throughout. There are a few rough areas due to casting flaws. A patch on the spout is slightly loose. The handle is missing.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
T. Dexel, Gebrauchsgerät Typen, Munich, 1981, fig. 295; H. Lockner, Messing, Munich, 1982, figs. 251-253
T. Dexel, Gebrauchsgerät Typen, Munich, 1981, fig. 295; H. Lockner, Messing, Munich, 1982, figs. 251-253