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Two St. Louis millefiori mushroom paperweights circa 1850
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- 8.2cm. diameter by 5.2cm. high, 3¼in. by 2 1/8 in. and 7.8cm. diameter by 5.4cm. high, 3 1/8 in. by 2 1/8 in.
each with a tuft comprising assorted brightly-coloured canes, within a spiralling cobalt-blue thread and latticinio torsade, star-cut base
Condition
The first with some bruises to the lower part of the weight (0.3cmx0.2cm) and some chips to the edge of the base
The second one with light rubbing to the lower part of the dome (ca. 0.9cm.) and three flat chips to the base (0.5x0.4cm, 1.5x1cm, 0.3x05cm)
"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."