- 844
A jewelled lapis lazuli veneered casket with silver and enamel mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, 19th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- A jewelled lapis lazuli veneered casket with silver and enamel mounts, Hermann Böhm, Vienna, 19th century
- silver, silver glt, lapis lazuli, pearls, jewels
- 31cm., 12 1/4 in wide
the finial formed as a couple on a bench, the sides with enamelled columns surmounted by caryatids and figures, with Virtues in arched niches below gem and pearl-set rose ornaments, the borders applied with pierced and enamelled masks and griffins within scrolls, on four paw supports, maker's mark and town control marks
Condition
overall good condition despite some losses to enamel and a few lapis panels cracked. would benefit from professional cleaning. One figure detached. Impressive 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."