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A pair of George III silver sauce tureens, covers and liners, Benjamin Smith II & Benjamin Smith III, London, 1817
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, the finials with maker's mark of Benjamin Smith II, one numbered 1 and the other with tureen numbered 2 and cover 4
- Silver
- length over handles 8 3/4 in.
- 22.2cm
modelled after the Warwick Vase, the covers chased with a band of acanthus and palm and with heraldic demi-lion finials, engraved with comtemporary arms twice on the feet and covers
Condition
traces of lacquer, liners with minor dings, otherwise good
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.
Catalogue Note
Provenance: (Probably) Robinson, Fisher & Harding, Peel Heirlooms sale from Drayton Manor, Tamworth, August 8, 1918.
The arms are those of Peel. The family were baronets and textile manufacturing pioneers. The finial is the family crest of a demi-lion holding a shuttle.
A soup tureen from this service was sold by Sotheby's, New York, October, 21, 1997, lot 180 for $62,500. Its pair was sold by Lyon & Turner, London, November 23, 2008, lot 148 for £25,000.