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A monumental English silver agricultural cup and cover, Mappin & Webb Ltd., London, 1917
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on body below rim and rim of cover
- silver
- height 33 1/4 in.
- 84.5 cm
the circular base applied with beading and fruit swags, the front applied with a shield with presentation inscription below an applied bull, the back engraved with the names of the winners
Condition
with dings and creases throughout, otherwise good condition
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
The inscription on front reads "Thomas Duggan Challenge Cup Presented to the American Shorthorn Association by Duggan Hermanos Buenos Aires." The back reads "Offered at the International Live Stock Exposition Chicago For Best Two Head of Shorthorns Bull and Female Any Age Bred and Owned by Exhibitor to Become the Property of the Exhibitor Winning Three Times / Won By / S. Geliason 1917 / Rreynolds Bros 1918 / W. Crosenberger 1919-1920 / S. Geliason 1921 / Lesfedeza Farm 1922 / Jos. Miller & Sons 1934-1924 / Jas. Douglas & Sons 1925 / Edellyn Farms 1926-1927."