A fine Khurasan silver-inlaid brass pen-case, Eastern Persia, circa 1200 AD
of elongated ovoid form with hinged top, engraved with pseudo-inscriptions and foliate motifs, inlaid in silver, the edges with stylised letters on foliate scrolls, underside incised with swimming fish
3.2 by 22 by 5cm.
Condition Report:
Large sections of silver inlay remain displaying the original quality of the design, about 50% missing, front lock plate missing, interior plain, with patches of oxidisation, some scratches and discoloration to underside, 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."
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of elongated ovoid form with hinged top, engraved with pseudo-inscriptions and foliate motifs, inlaid in silver, the edges with stylised letters on foliate scrolls, underside incised with swimming fish
3.2 by 22 by 5cm.
Condition Report:
Large sections of silver inlay remain displaying the original quality of the design, about 50% missing, front lock plate missing, interior plain, with patches of oxidisation, some scratches and discoloration to underside, 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."