- 826
A SILVER, SILVER-GILT, RUBY, AND SAPPHIRE CHESS SET, PROBABLY ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURY |
估價
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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描述
- chess pieces stamped 925 on leather pads, the salver marked on base
- silver, rubies, sapphires, wood
- height of king 2 1/4 in.; length of salver 14 in.
- 5.7 cm; 35.5 cm
the silver pieces set with sapphires and the silver-gilt pieces with rubies, with an inlaid wood board, all on a square George I style salver by Richard Comyns, London, 1930
Condition
3 of the gilt pieces lacking their leather pads and 1 with pad present but needs reattaching, several others with pads partly loose, otherwise good with all gems intact; wood board with some staining from leather pads and silver tray with light scratches & minor dings from use
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.