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Two Unusual George IV Silver Wine Labels and a William IV Silver-gilt Mazzepa Snuff Box, Edward Farrell, London / Nathaniel Mills, 1822-4/1833
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- both fully marked
- lengths 3in., 3 1/2 in.
- 7.6cm, 9cm
the cartouche-shaped labels with high relief figures at the top, a youth offering a jug and cup to another, at the base three figures, one smoking a pipe and one quaffing beer, pierced for port and Madeira; the rectangular snuff box with a relief scene of the Ride of Mazeppa, tied naked to the back of a horse pursued by wolves, later fitted with Roman numerals 1,2,3 and five diamond-set stars
Condition
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.