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Five Victorian Silver "Cathedral Top" Vinaigrettes, Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham (4) / James Wilmore, Birmingham, 1841-43
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- marked on covers, box interiors and grilles; for identification of subjects please see sothebys.com
- lengths approx 2in.
- 5cm
rectangular with foliate borders, the covers depicting St. Paul's Cathedral, York Minster (gilt) , Peterborough Abbey, Christ Church Cathedral and Westminster Abbey
Condition
all have grills; all hinges in good condition; St. Paul's slightly rubbed on high spots; York good condition, small plaque on base possibly later; Christ Church initials erased on base; Peterborough good condition
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.