An Ottoman sword (kilij) and scabbard, set with carved ivory yali-head hilt, Turkey and Sri Lanka, 17th century
lightly curved watered-steel blade with three punched dots, the hilt in the form of a mythical yali with leonine head comprised of shaggy mane and gaping maw, the silver quillons and scabbard mounts with carved design of flowers and foliage each with fine niello details on a punched ground, set with plaques inscribed 'Rodolfo Lan(s)' - Constantinopolis - 1685' and a coat-of-arms, tughra of Mehmed IV (r.1648-87) on other side
90cm.
Condition Report:
The carved ivory makara-head with detailed design, including open mouth, curling mane, scrolls, part of the top of head mane broken, set with a silver knob to top, two thin vertical hairline cracks to neck, small drill hole under mouth, some discoloration, the tips of the quillons missing, some minor dents and rubbing to nielloed silver mounts although design remains detailed, reverse with a little more damage, missing one loop for hanging to scabbard, the blade oxidised with discoloration due to rust, minor pitting, 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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lightly curved watered-steel blade with three punched dots, the hilt in the form of a mythical yali with leonine head comprised of shaggy mane and gaping maw, the silver quillons and scabbard mounts with carved design of flowers and foliage each with fine niello details on a punched ground, set with plaques inscribed 'Rodolfo Lan(s)' - Constantinopolis - 1685' and a coat-of-arms, tughra of Mehmed IV (r.1648-87) on other side
90cm.
Condition Report:
The carved ivory makara-head with detailed design, including open mouth, curling mane, scrolls, part of the top of head mane broken, set with a silver knob to top, two thin vertical hairline cracks to neck, small drill hole under mouth, some discoloration, the tips of the quillons missing, some minor dents and rubbing to nielloed silver mounts although design remains detailed, reverse with a little more damage, missing one loop for hanging to scabbard, the blade oxidised with discoloration due to rust, minor pitting, 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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