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A Group of Early eighteenth century silver octagonal table articles
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height of first casters 6 1/4 in. (16cm), length of salts approx 3in. (7.6cm)
comprising: a pair of tall octagonal casters, the covers pierced and engraved with formal foliage, marked on bases and covers, Charles Adam, London, 1712; a pair of small octagonal casters, marked on bases and covers, Thomas Bamford, London, 1721, Britannia standard; and three pairs of octagonal trencher salts, Edward Wood, London, 1725/7, and James Rood, London, 1718
Condition
first casters good, second casters with minor dents, later sleeved to control flow, 1718 salts with marks not ver clear, others good but marks showing through bowls
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.