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A Khurasan bronze mortar, Persia, 12th/13th century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bronze
the body engraved with a calligraphic band near the rim, roundels containing interlacing stellar motifs against a ground of vegetal scrolls, between a pattern of teardrop motifs raised in relief
Condition
In fairly good condition, the surface rubbed and with some abrasion and oxidisation, losses to overlay on design, 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."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
Undeciphered
A variety of comparable examples also designed by combining an epigraphic inscription, foliate details and teardrop motifs raised in relief are in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, inv. nos. M.820-1928, M.111-1929, M.292-1956 (see Melikian-Chirvani 1982, fig.34, 35 and nos.41, 42,62).
Undeciphered
A variety of comparable examples also designed by combining an epigraphic inscription, foliate details and teardrop motifs raised in relief are in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, inv. nos. M.820-1928, M.111-1929, M.292-1956 (see Melikian-Chirvani 1982, fig.34, 35 and nos.41, 42,62).