A RARE OTTOMAN CUERDA SECA POTTERY TILE, TURKEY, FIRST HALF 16TH CENTURY
A RARE OTTOMAN CUERDA SECA POTTERY TILE, TURKEY, FIRST HALF 16TH CENTURY
decorated in blue, turquoise, green, white and yellow with black outlines, with a symmetrical design based on a central flowerhead from which radiate split-palmettes with lotuses at the centre, in wood frame
25.6 by 26cm.
Condition Report:
The colours strong, the manganese missing due to over firing, minor chips and abrasions, the edges abraded with larger cracks, notably to one corner, set in wooden frame with hook for hanging, 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-private collection, Greece.
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A RARE OTTOMAN CUERDA SECA POTTERY TILE, TURKEY, FIRST HALF 16TH CENTURY
decorated in blue, turquoise, green, white and yellow with black outlines, with a symmetrical design based on a central flowerhead from which radiate split-palmettes with lotuses at the centre, in wood frame
25.6 by 26cm.
Condition Report:
The colours strong, the manganese missing due to over firing, minor chips and abrasions, the edges abraded with larger cracks, notably to one corner, set in wooden frame with hook for hanging, 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-private collection, Greece.