- 106
French, 16th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Set of Three Bolts
- one inscribed to the reverse: 16 c. / ex: Chât / de PAU, another inscribed in pen to the reverse: 16 C. / Henry II / Ex Château d'ANET, and the other inscribed to the reverse: 16c. / châ. / de / PAU and with an old label inscribed: NO 107cieA / A.N. Lik (?) / Rarissime
- iron
- French, 16th century
Provenance
By repute Château d'Anet, Eure-et-Loir, France, and Château de Pau, Pau, France;
Sotheby's London, 8 December 1988, lot 612
Sotheby's London, 8 December 1988, lot 612
Condition
Overall, the condition of the bolts is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is rubbing to the bolts, in particular to the bolt with the faces, including to the high points. There is reddish oxidation, in particular to the bottom terminal of the bolt with the pointed terminals. All bolts are functional.
"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."