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A gold-overlaid dervish crutch, probably for Sultan Mehmed V Reshad (r.1909-18), Turkey, first-quarter 20th century
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold overlaid steel
the faceted handle with gold-overlaid foliate decoration, inscriptions on the upper section, the handle with stylised dragon-head terminals, also with overlaid gold design
Condition
In good general condition, some minor erosion to steel, notably visible to underside of handle terminals, a little bit of abrasion on handle, some of gold rubbed, the handle appears 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
Arabic verses containing the name Muhammad Rashad (Mehmed Reshad).
Arabic verses containing the name Muhammad Rashad (Mehmed Reshad).