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A George III silver seven-basket epergne, Daniel Smith and Robert Sharp, London, 1762
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 12 3/8 in. (31.5cm) by length 27in. (68.5cm)
the frame with openwork feet and aprons, the stem, central basket, and two hanging baskets pierced with a design of stars and quatrefoils within gadroon and shell rim, with four dishes at the corners embossed with sprialed flutes and beading, fully marked except one basket handle, the branches dot-numbered
Condition
breaks and repairs to piercing of central basket, old neat repair to one basket handle, tips of aprons missing on long sides, otherwise good
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.