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A large jewelled silver and enamel nef, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A large jewelled silver and enamel nef, Austro-Hungarian, early 20th century
- silver, enamel
- 61.5cm., 24 1/4 in. high
in the manner of Ludwig Pollitzer, the silver three-masted superstructure elaborately ornamented with openwork engraved scrolling and inhabited with lively mariners, the sails and pennons of painted enamel, the bowl and oval base also painted with classical subjects reserved on a rose pink ground below leafy tendrils, further set with bands of garnets and carbuncles, apparently unmarked
Condition
Excellent condition throughout but silver would benefit from professional cleaning
"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."