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A George III Silver Caddy Set in tortoiseshell box, Samuel Taylor, London, 1770
Estimate
28,000 - 32,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
marked on bodies and covers
- height of tea caddies 4 3/8 in.
- 11.1cm
comprising one sugar box and a pair of tea caddies, each plain rectangular, the sugar box with hinged lid, the tea caddies with lift-off cover incised with bands, the tortoiseshell box of bombé rectangular form and raised on four claw-and-ball feet, lined in magenta velvet, with key
Condition
some cracks to tortoiseshell on back of box, a little wear to marks on shoulders of tea caddies, otherwise 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.