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A Queen Anne silver taperstick and George I silver tankard, William Twell / Matthew Lofthouse, London, 1708 / 1715
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- height of tankard 5 3/4 in. (14.7cm)
the first on crested square base with cut corners, conforming stem and banded sconce, the second plain cyindrical engraved with arms in baroque cartouche, domed cover and scroll thumbpiece, fully marked. Together wtih a large baluster caster, Samuel Wood, London, 1749; 3 pieces
Provenance
Taperstick: Tessiers, Ltd., London, 1951
Tankard: Thomas Lumley, Ltd., London, 1951
Condition
taperstick good condition; tankard with some wear to arms, repaired split inside below marks; caster with traces of crest, 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.