Lot 296
  • 296

Two similar Anglo-Irish cut-glass sweetmeat jars and covers 19th century

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description

  • height 12 1/4 in.
  • 31.2 cm
each bowl cut with shallow diamonds.

Condition

There is a very small chip to the tip of one diamond on the band of diamonds on one cover. Both knops have several very small pinhead/less than 1/8 inch chips to the ribs. Both jars have tiny chips to the corners of the feet, and both feet have been trimmed or polished at some point. Please note that the color of the glass of the covers is somewhat whiter than that of the bases.
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.