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A Tombak-Mounted Hookah with a Porcelain Base, Qing Dynasty, China, 18th Century and Ottoman Turkey, 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the blue and white porcelain base comprising two bulbous forms, decorated with roundels containing floral decoration, the neck with alternating panels featuring floral stems and jardinieres, mounted with a gilt-copper (tombak) top, includes a valve and bowl with hinged cover
Exhibited
Couleurs d'Orient, Brussels 2010.
Literature
Brussels 2010, p.40
Condition
In overall good condition, with a small defect to firing near base, evidence that the base was ground down to be used as a hookah, as viewed.
"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."