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A French enameled gold and rock crystal bud vase, Emmanuel Blanco and Denis LaMotte, Paris, circa 1865
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- struck with maker's mark, the base with later owl and rhinoceros marks
- Gold, Enamel
- height 6in.
- 15.2cm
the triform base comprised of two levels of dolphin heads rising from foliage, all centered by a three-faced female head, the faceted rock crystal vase rising from paw feet, all decorated in shaded enamel
Condition
some restoration to leaves below upper dophin heads and some very minor losses, otherwise good, excellent quality and careful execution
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.