A GOLD PENDANT BETEL NUT BOX, PROBABLY CANTON, MID 19TH CENTURY
A GOLD PENDANT BETEL NUT BOX, PROBABLY CANTON, MID 19TH CENTURY,
the quatrefoil body richly decorated in relief on side panels with flowering plants within ropework borders, the similarly decorated hinged lid and reverse inhabited with figures, split-ring pendant, unmarked
5.7cm., 2 ¼ in. wide, 112gr., 3oz. 12dwt.
Condition Report:
Smart object in good order; red tarnish to the panels below the relief chasing, slight dark tarnish in some places to the sides, some of the very high relief flowers slightly worn in the centre (almost imperceptible to the naked eye), all commensurate with age; overall weight 112.2 gr
"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."
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A GOLD PENDANT BETEL NUT BOX, PROBABLY CANTON, MID 19TH CENTURY,
the quatrefoil body richly decorated in relief on side panels with flowering plants within ropework borders, the similarly decorated hinged lid and reverse inhabited with figures, split-ring pendant, unmarked
5.7cm., 2 ¼ in. wide, 112gr., 3oz. 12dwt.
Condition Report:
Smart object in good order; red tarnish to the panels below the relief chasing, slight dark tarnish in some places to the sides, some of the very high relief flowers slightly worn in the centre (almost imperceptible to the naked eye), all commensurate with age; overall weight 112.2 gr
"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."
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