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chope en ivoire a montures en vermeil, Autriche-Hongrie, vers 1880
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description
- chope en ivoire a montures en vermeil, Autriche-Hongrie, vers 1880
- ivory, silver, enamel
- Haut. 30,5 cm ; 12 in
le corps en ivoire sculpté d'une chasse au cerf, le couvercle et le dessous sertis d'émaux à sujets mythologiques entourés de bordures repercées, l'anse en caryatide ailée, la prise en gladiateur, apparemment non poinçonnée
the ivory sleeve carved in high relief with a stag hunt, the lid and base with painted mythological vignettes including Europa and the Bull, the Three Graces, Venus and satyrs, on a black enamel ground decorated with raised gilded roses, within openwork borders, winged caryatid handle and gladiator finial, on paw feet, apparently unmarked
the ivory sleeve carved in high relief with a stag hunt, the lid and base with painted mythological vignettes including Europa and the Bull, the Three Graces, Venus and satyrs, on a black enamel ground decorated with raised gilded roses, within openwork borders, winged caryatid handle and gladiator finial, on paw feet, apparently unmarked
Condition
Generally very good condition, with slight touching up to white enamel on handle. The carving of the ivory is particularly spirited, one screw loose. Would benefit from professional cleaning.
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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."