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A pair of George II silver soup tureens and covers, Edward Wakelin, London, 1755
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 41.2cm., 16 1/4 in. over handles
bulbous form with slant-gadrooned rims, the leaf embellished handles with ornate foliate junctions, on four scrolling ball feet with ornate scrolling junctions, the gadroon banded dome covers with stylised pomegranate flower finials, each crested and engraved with a coat-of-arms
Condition
Hallmarks clear to underside of each. The rims of the covers also fully marked. Numbered 'No.1' and 'No.2' to undersides and one cover. The other cover has a later screw attachment for the finial at this point. Both of good gauge with no obvious breaks or repairs. Both sit flat on an even surface and covers sit nicely. Good overall condition with crisp engraving and fine surface scratches.
"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."
"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."