Lot 685
  • 685

AN AMERICAN SILVER CASTER, THOMAS EDWARDS, BOSTON, CIRCA 1730

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base TE in rectangle (Kane mark D).
  • height 3 3/8 in.
  • 8.5 cm
front engraved with crest of three tilting spears conjoined in wreath, base with block initials A+G.

Provenance

Patricia's Antiques, June 1980

Exhibited

Seattle Art Museum, 1991-96

Literature

Kane 1998, p. 461

Condition

repairs to cover, overall 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.
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Catalogue Note

The crest is that of Amherst, or Amhurst.