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Two pairs of Matching Victorian Silver Salts and Four Salt Spoons, Robert Hennell, London / Charles Stuart Harris, 1850 / 1877
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- salts marked on bases, spoons on back of handles for Yapp & Woodward, Birmingham,1843-1853
- diameter 4 in.
- 10.2cm
circular with shaped gadrooned rims, the shells supports headed by Bacchus masks linked by grapes and grapevines, gilt interiors; the spoons with twisted vine handles applied with leaves, the gilt flowerhead bowls
Condition
salts with wear to high spots and minor scratches to interiors, spoons with wear the handles, gilding a little worn
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.