Beschreibung:

A SUBSTANTIAL BRASS FIRE FENDER LATE 19TH OR EARLY 20TH CENTURY The central strigulated urn flanked to each side by female sphinxes supporting laurel festoons on a moulded base externally 48cm high, 162cm wide Provenance: Dreweatts, An Eye for Luxury: East Meets West: Day 1, 23rd January 2018, Lot 238, sold for £1,900 excl. BP Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Generally in seemingly good polished condition- but has some tarnishing coming through and dirt build up. The reverse of central raised frieze section is not detailed/cast- right hand internal edge with 2 vacant screw holes. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer