Lot 110
  • 110

Three Baccarat Pansy paperweights circa 1850

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • 8cm. diameter by 5.5cm. high, 3 1/8 in. by 2 1/8 in.; 7.7cm. by 5cm, 3in. by 2in.; 7cm. by 4.5cm., 2¾in. by 1¾in.
all set with a purple and yellow flower with a honeycomb stamen, one bud and several leaves, two of them within a garland of alternating red and white canes, all with star-cut base

Provenance

sold at Christies, 10th July 1979, lot 210

Condition

The large garlanded paperweight with a circular bruise (ca. 0.3cm x 0.4cm.) at 9 o'clock. The small garlanded paperweight with a polished dome.
"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."