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An AMERICAN PARCEL-GILT SILVER "Japanesque" TWO-HANDLED DISH, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1880
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base, numbered B93 and with date symbol for 1880
- Parcel-gilt
- length over handles 14 1/4 in.
- 36.2cm
rounded rectangular with spot-hammered surface applied with birds and cattails, the reeded loop handles terminating in anthemions, gilt interior and base band
Provenance
William J. Hill Land & Cattle Company, Houston, TX, sold
Christie's, New York, 18 January 1997, lot 46
Christie's, New York, 18 January 1997, lot 46
Condition
interior with some light scratches from use, overall very good condition, decoration crisp
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.