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A Rare American Silver Wine Funnel, William Cowan, Fredricksburg, Richmond, VA or Philadelphia, circa 1810
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- length 5 5/8 in.
the bowl applied with a clip, the base geometrically pierced, detachable tapering spout, marked on rim of detachable spout W.COWAN in two sizes of letters in stepped rectangle and with bird, clip scratched 8/0, repairs
Condition
bowl with patch near pierced base, a few splits to flange of bowl and repaired splits to rim
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
This mark is attributed by Stephen Ensko to William Cowan of Fredricksburg and Richmond, VA (1803), and also to William Cowan of Philadelphia (1808). George B. Cutten attributes this mark to the former.