A MAMLUK ENGRAVED BRASS BASIN, EGYPT OR SYRIA, CIRCA 14TH CENTURY

A MAMLUK ENGRAVED BRASS BASIN EGYPT OR SYRIA, CIRCA 14TH CENTURY The well with central floral roundel surrounded by a trellis design containing repeated scrolls, the lip with a register of thulth calligraphy 48cm diameter Provenance: Bonham's, London, 5th July 2006, lot 69, where purchased by Robert Kime Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The interior with paler surface from cleaning and use- exterior largely retains darker encrusted surface. Edges throughout with knocks and wear from use and age- notably around base edge. Some roughness to upper rim and spikes to rim. Dreweatts thank Joanna van der Lande for her help cataloguing and condition reporting for this sale 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