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Jean G. Theobald
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Jean G. Theobald
- A Four-Piece "Diament" Tea Service
- each element numbered and impressed Wilcox Quality/ W.M.Mounts 1982N/ PAT. APPLIED FOR with manufacturer's mark
- silver-plated metal, Bakelite
- overall: 7 7/8 x 13 3/8 x 6 5/8 in. (20 x 34 x 16.8 cm)
comprising a teapot, creamer, sugar bowl and tray
Literature
Jewel Stern, Modernism in American Silver: 20th Century Design, exh. cat., Dallas Museum of Art, New Haven, 2006, front cover, pp. 34 (for the set in an International Silver Co. advertisement, 1928) and 69
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The metal surfaces with fine scattered scuffs and scratches throughout, consistent with age and gentle use and not visually distracting. The teapot with a pinhead indentation immediately adjacent to the base of the spout. The tip of the spout and interior surfaces of the teapot handle with some minor rubbing. The Bakelite knob to the teapot is slightly loose. The set screw to the sugar pot knob is missing, with no effect to the functionality of the piece. The front proper right corner of the sugar pot cover is slightly bent. One of the joins to the tray appears to have been resoldered at some point and is stable. A wonderful angular example of American Machine Age design.
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.