A FINE SILVER-INLAID BRASS BOWL, PERSIA, 14TH CENTURY

A FINE SILVER-INLAID BRASS BOWL, PERSIA, 14TH CENTURY

finely inlaid with silver, incised with benedictory words around the body against scrolling foliage, interspersed with roundels containing a geometric star with further abstract and foliate designs, the interior engraved with fish and ducks swimming around a sun, two old collector's labels 'Sotheby's' and '173' and '166'

11cm. height
25cm. diam.

Condition Report:
In good condition, most of silver inlay still present with some losses, notably visible on letters, patches of oxidisation throughout and some rubbing, the interior also with pitting and oxidisation, slight scratches to surface, notably on underside consistent with use, 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."

Provenance:
Christie’s London, 20 October 1992, lot 61.

Purchased in Iran in the 1920s, by repute.