TWO QAJAR GOLD AND ENAMELLED JEWELLERY ELEMENTS, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY

TWO QAJAR GOLD AND ENAMELLED JEWELLERY ELEMENTS, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY

one of quatrefoil form, featuring a polychrome enamelled scene with mother and child, hanging gold elements, the reverse decorated in repoussé with foliate motifs, small suspension hook; the other round with a small knob, decorated in polychrome enamels with flowers and birds, interior green enamel

4.3 by 4.3 by 0.5cm; 4.8cm. diam.

Condition Report:
Enamels bright and colourful, the pendant with some slight hairline cracks and minor sections missing, minor dents in gold, the other element with minor rubbing to enamel, 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.
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Provenance:
Christie's London, 28 April 1998, lot 353.