Lot 24
  • 24

A pair of George III silver wine-coolers, collars and liners, Richard Cooke, London, 1809

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • mark of Richard Cooke, London, 1809,
  • silver
  • 24.5cm., 9 5/8 in. high
each campana shaped and with part-lobed lower bodies, reeded handles with mask terminals, the collars engraved with a crest, the bodies engraved with a coat-of-arms, numbered 1 and 2

Condition

Marked on bodies, liners and liner rims, maker's marks on the liners double struck, otherwise clear marks. Engraving pretty crisp, light overall wear, general condition pretty 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

The arms are those of Martin impaling Edmunds-Carrington.