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An American Silver Creamer and Six Tablespoons, John David Sr., Philadelphia
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height of creamer 4 5/8in. (11.8cm) length of ladle 13 1/2in. (34.2cm)
the creamer of double-bellied form with waved rim and leaf-capped scroll handle, base engraved with block initials AC, marked on base JD in oval, circa 1775; the tablespoons with rounded downturned handle with midrib, handle terminals with script initials TS, marked on underside of handles, IDAVID in rectangle, circa 1775; together with a soup ladle with rounded down-turned handle, engraved with script initials JE, marked underside of handle RH in oval for Richard Humphreys, circa 1780, 8 pieces
Condition
creamer with repaired split left of handle, otherwose 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.