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An American Silver Punch Bowl and Ladle, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence RI, 1886
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- length over handles 16 1/2in. (42cm) length of ladle 14 1/8in. (35.8cm)
circular with fluted rim above chased band of merrymaking putti dancing and playing musical instruments amongst grapes, leaves and drapery swags, the body etched with script monogram JCW on one side and "1862, May 4th 1887" on the other, the handles formed as long-bearded Silenus heads flanked by grapevines and tendrils, raised on a wavy pedestal foot, the bowl of the conforming ladle etched with grapes, leaves and matching monogram, handle formed as grapevines wrapped with leaves and tendrils and terminating in a seated figure of a fully-bellied Bacchus raising a glass, marked on underside of bowl and ladle
Condition
a few dings to body but not through, otherwise 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.