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A RARE PAIR OF AMERICAN PARCEL-GILT SILVER INDIAN PATTERN SALAD SERVERS, TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1890 |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on the backs of handles and numbered 640-7885
- lengths approx 10 1/4 in.
- 26 cm
the handles and gilt bowls engraved with arrows and geometric symbols, one finial cast with the "scalp dance", the other with the "buffalo dance"
Condition
with light surface scratches and gilding lightly rubbed on bowls, otherwise both in 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
"Indian", or "American Indian" pattern, was patented by Charles Grosjean in 1885, derived from George Catlin's drawings of American Indians, see William P. Hood Jr., Roslyn Berlin and Edward Wawrynek, Tiffany Silver Flatware, 1845-1905: When Dining was an Art, pp. 259-261. In the 1890s, William Randolph ordered a service of over 300 pieces based on this pattern.