Lot Essay
This sphere has traditionally been identified as a Cheshmibulbul or Turkish mosque lamp. An alternative attribution that the sphere is actually English "Nailsea" type glass has also been put forward.
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19TH CENTURY
Details
A GLASS SPHERE OR CHESHMIBULBUL
19TH CENTURY
Trailed and combed with white enamel (slight flaking)
6½ in. (16.5 cm.) high
19TH CENTURY
Trailed and combed with white enamel (slight flaking)
6½ in. (16.5 cm.) high
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.