A QAJAR POLYCHROME ENAMELLED GHALIAN CUP, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY |

of waisted form with polychrome enamel decoration depicting women and other figural scenes with angels in cartouches amid flowers on a gold ground, between two turquoise lines, on wooden base, with attached brass suspension loops and chains

Sold in these rooms, 28 April 1994, lot 227.

Sections of enamel bright, the extremities, particularly the edges with some breaks and associated restoration including re-painting and some infill, areas of gold leaf ground worn, some hairline cracks through enamel, some of turquoise restored and replaced with infill, the wooden base slightly loose, suspension loops drilled into enamel, interior with some discoloration and abrasion, 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."