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An Austrian rock crystal casket with enameled silver-gilt mounts, Hermann Boehm, Vienna, late 19th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- lid with maker's mark and Austrian control marks
- Silver, enamel, hardstone
- length 6 1/8 in.
- 15.5cm
rectangular, each side and the graduated lid inset with rock crystal panels engraved with inhabited scrolls, the borders applied with similarly enameled openwork ornament, supported by four lapis lazuli columns surmounted by seated figures, the interior of the base also enameled with a scene of women bathing by a riverbank, the base enameled to match
Condition
with some chips to enamel at high spots, two columns with cracks in the lapis, 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.