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A south Italian silver inkwell, Acireale (Sicily), with a Doccia porcelain figure of a Turk, circa 1760-1780
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain, silver
- 28.5cm., 11 1/4 in wide
the stand of shaped triangular form, maker's mark GMO, Consul mark for Michele Xiacca, with three associated inkpots and cover, one Palermo, 1834-1837, centred by a Doccia porcelain figure candlestick modelled as a Turk holding a cornucopia sconce, circa 1760
Condition
marks partly legible on stand, associated inkpots unmarked or with illegible marks, porcelain figure with restoration to right hand, left arm and candelabra,
"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
This figure is based on the engravings by Charles de Ferriol, Recueil de cent estampes représentant différentes nations du Levant published in 1714. It can be referred to as the Imam or the Moufti. Another example, with his companion, Sultane Asseki, was sold Bonham's London, 3 December 2008, lot 89.