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Lot 164
  • 164

A George IV Silver-gilt Wine Cooler, Paul Storr, London, 1820

Estimate
16,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 11 1/8 in. (28.3cm)
of vase form, the lower body chased with stiff leaves, reeded handles centered by foliage and rising from river-god masks, raised on a pedestal foot with cast band of scrolling acanthus, the detachable collar with cast acanthus and palm border and egg-and-dart rim, marked on base and rim of collar

Provenance

Sold Sotheby's, New York, 18 April 2002, lot 113.

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.