A Pair of German Silver and Ivory Figures Attributed to Neresheimer, Hanau, With English Import Marks for Berthold Muller, London, 1921
each modelled as a medieval knight, on square base with canted corners and openwork foliage sides, the knights each shown in armour and holding an heraldic shield in one hand and a sword in the other, each with carved ivory face 22.5cm high and slightly smaller, total gross weight 27oz 7dwt, 952gr (2) With non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number DXJ72WS2.
Each marked on base with English import marks. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
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each modelled as a medieval knight, on square base with canted corners and openwork foliage sides, the knights each shown in armour and holding an heraldic shield in one hand and a sword in the other, each with carved ivory face 22.5cm high and slightly smaller, total gross weight 27oz 7dwt, 952gr (2) With non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number DXJ72WS2.
Each marked on base with English import marks. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.
