- 1111
An Anglo-Indian Ivory, Horn, Sandlewood and Porcupine Quill Work Box mid 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- ivory, porcupine, horn
- height 7 3/4 in.; width 13 1/4 in.; depth 10 1/4 in.
- 19.7 cm; 33.7 cm; 26 cm
the rectangular top surmounted by a flower-head carved horn finial above a star burst of alternating ivory and horn panels, the hinged top opening to a coffer, the underside of the top with a hinged door opening to a further compartment.
Condition
Overall good restored condition; one horn panel with two synthetic patches; another horn panel with old break at center and with infilling; some small losses to porcupine quills and with some restorations; some lifting to tip of horn moldings; some minor losses to extremities and to some porcupine quills.
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.