Lot 270
  • 270

Ensemble comprenant une cafetière et un pot à lait en argent par François-Joseph Hourdoucq, Maastricht, 1776-1778

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • the hinged lid with flame finial

  • 1 530 gr, haut. de la cafetière 33,2 cm
  • 49.2oz all in; the coffee pot 13in high
le couvercle à charnière avec prise en flamme

Literature

Exhibition Catalogue: Beeling, Dutch Silver 1600-1813, New York, 1982-1983, p.44, illustrated
A.C.Beeling, Nederlands Zilver 1600-1813, part III, Heerenveen, 1986, pp.340-41, illustrated

Condition

Marks clear, overall good, small scratches and dents of use, wood handles in good shape. Both fully marked below.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Les armes sont celles de la famille de la Montaigne.