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A COLLECTION OF AMBER GLASSWARE BY WILLIAM MORRIS, CIRCA 1900
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 AUD
bidding is closed
Description
- A COLLECTION OF AMBER GLASSWARE BY WILLIAM MORRIS, CIRCA 1900
this collection of William Morris glassware was possibly designed by T.G. Jackson or Harry Powell, comprising 14 large liquor glasses, 6 small liquor glasses, 44 sherry glasses, 18 elongated wine glasses, 25 standard wine glasses, 24 tumblers, 11 finger bowls, 3 small carafs,1 large caraf, 2 small decanters, 1 large decanter and 1 comport
Provenance
This suite of glassware was purchased by a member of the Barr-Smith family for their residence Birksgate.
The collection has been in the private hands of the Barr-Smith family
Condition
some very minor chips consistent with useage
"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."