Silver & Emporium Auction
Fri, Dec 3, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 197
Seven African/Middle Eastern Wood and Silver Objects
Estimate: $100 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
some possibly Tunisian, probably 19th century and earlier, comprising: silver stoppered vessel, crescent moon finial; small reticulated lidded silver container; two small metal bells; enamel decorated metal pendant; two wood vessels with silver collars; largest 4 in.
Provenance: Estate of the Artists James McBey and Marguerite McBey, London, England; by descent in family
Condition
all with surface dirt and accretion, scratches, and minor wear; metal with tarnish and corrosion; reticulated container does not close, rim warped; some losses to enamel decoration on pendant
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