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A rock crystal hippocamp cup and cover with gem-set enamelled silver mounts, Rudolf Linke, Vienna, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- A rock crystal hippocamp cup and cover with gem-set enamelled silver mounts, Rudolf Linke, Vienna, circa 1900
- rock crystal, enamel, silver-gilt
- 28cm., 11in. wide
carved prancing with flared mane and raised tail on a lobed oval base, the mounts applied with coloured gemstones and pierced multi-coloured marine scrollwork, detachable head, maker's and Vienna control marks
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 6 November 1997, lot 367.
Condition
Some applied gemstones lacking; some losses and damage to scrollwork but generally a spirited and dramatic piece.
"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."