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Six gold, hardstone, and gem-set blackamoor seals, 18th to early 19th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Gold, hardstone, enamel
- heights approx. 1 5/8 in.
- 4 cm
one with sardonyx bust on diamond-set frame; one carved with three different agates, diamond collar, crescent, and loop; a third with ruby and diamond neck bow; fourth with ruby collar and shoulder chains; fifth set with green stone and remounted matrix; the last with female head with diamond eyes and castle base. Together with an example with chalcedony bust and gold-banded turban, wheat sheaf matrix, 20th century. 7 pieces.
Condition
one with diamond crescent has crack to hardstone chest; Castle base altered. otherwise good
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.