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An English Silver Centerpiece, Sebastian Garrard, London, 1906
Estimate
28,000 - 32,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- length 21 1/4in. (54cm)
shaped oval with gadrooned rim, raised on eight leaf-capped elongated scroll feet headed by butterfly-winged terms supporting cylindrical baskets, the baskets linked by berried laurel swags and topped with removable bud finials, fully marked, underside stamped R&S GARRARD &CO HAYMARKET LONDON
Condition
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
This centerpiece is based on a design for a "Surtoute" by William Kent, published by John Vardy in 1744. Kent's design, which included a plateau, canopy and pair of lanterns, was interpreted by George Wickes in a 1745 epergne for Frederick, Prince of Wales, for the Prince's pavilion at Vauxhall. Later additions to the epergne were made by John Bridge in 1829, and Robert Garrard in 1847 (see Elaine Barr, George Wickes Royal Goldsmith 1698-1761, pp. 170-71).