A MUGHAL GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED GOLD FLASK (SURAHI), NORTH INDIA, LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY
A MUGHAL GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED GOLD FLASK (SURAHI), NORTH INDIA, LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY
the spherical gold body set with foil-backed emeralds in hexagonal settings, between thin dividing bands set with rubies, the neck with a white enamel ground, decorated with green leafy stems and slightly protruding gem-set flowerheads, detachable lid matching body, surmounted by a diamond, the underside finely enamelled with birds and flowers on a white ground
23.5cm.
1281.8 grams
Condition Report:
Overall in good condition, gems not tested (due to settings) but appear to be consistent with emeralds, rubies and a diamond, some of the gems with minor abrasions consistent with age, very few gems appear to have been replaced with a paste, enameling at the base of the gem settings to render a more uniform overall colour to the the stones, the white enamel to neck with some slight abrasion along edges and associated craquelure, enamelling to underside also with thin hairline cracks, 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:
Ex-collection Nizam of Hyderabad, gifted to the family of the current owners, 1930s, thence by descent.
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A MUGHAL GEM-SET AND ENAMELLED GOLD FLASK (SURAHI), NORTH INDIA, LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY
the spherical gold body set with foil-backed emeralds in hexagonal settings, between thin dividing bands set with rubies, the neck with a white enamel ground, decorated with green leafy stems and slightly protruding gem-set flowerheads, detachable lid matching body, surmounted by a diamond, the underside finely enamelled with birds and flowers on a white ground
23.5cm.
1281.8 grams
Condition Report:
Overall in good condition, gems not tested (due to settings) but appear to be consistent with emeralds, rubies and a diamond, some of the gems with minor abrasions consistent with age, very few gems appear to have been replaced with a paste, enameling at the base of the gem settings to render a more uniform overall colour to the the stones, the white enamel to neck with some slight abrasion along edges and associated craquelure, enamelling to underside also with thin hairline cracks, 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:
Ex-collection Nizam of Hyderabad, gifted to the family of the current owners, 1930s, thence by descent.
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