A blue and white Mamluk pottery tile panel, Syria, 15th century
comprising thirteen hexagonal tile fragments set together each with a varying underglazed blue design comprising foliate details, in wooden frame
26 by 104.5cm. framed
Condition Report:
Tiles are fragmentary with plaster adhesive visible between outlines, one with double-crack, some minor pitting, more extensively on one, another one with a air-clack to glaze, not removed from frame for the condition report, hook to reverse for hanging, as viewed. Please note: Condition 9 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers for this sale is not applicable to this lot.
"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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comprising thirteen hexagonal tile fragments set together each with a varying underglazed blue design comprising foliate details, in wooden frame
26 by 104.5cm. framed
Condition Report:
Tiles are fragmentary with plaster adhesive visible between outlines, one with double-crack, some minor pitting, more extensively on one, another one with a air-clack to glaze, not removed from frame for the condition report, hook to reverse for hanging, as viewed. Please note: Condition 9 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers for this sale is not applicable to this lot.
"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."