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A George II silver kettle on lampstand with Irish arms, Paul de Lamerie, London, 1727-28, Britannia Standard
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base of kettle, lid, base of fixed lamp, lamp cover and hinged cap
- height 12 1/4 in.
- 31cm
the spherical body engraved around neck with strapwork enclosing portrait medallions, and on one side with contemporary arms in baroque cartouche, faceted and engraved spout, bail handle
Provenance
The arms are those of Putland of Bray Head, Co. Wicklow, and Sarsfield Court, Co. Cork, probably for John Putland of Dublin (1709-1773).
Condition
good condition, nice engraving
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.
Catalogue Note
John Putland married in 1738 Catherine, daughter and eventual co heir of Sir Emanuel Moore, Bart., of Ross Carberry, Co. Cork, M.P.
The stand to this kettle, engraved with the same arms and strapwork enclosing profile heads, was sold Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, 12 March 1970, lot 106.