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A Victorian Silver "Naturalistic" Creamer and a pair of George IV Shell Salts and Salt Spoons, John Tapley, London / Messrs. Barnard, London, 1843 / 1832
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- creamer marked right of handle; salts marked on bodies, spoons with maker's mark ?HB only
- length of creamer 6 3/8 in.
- 16.2cm
the creamer formed as overlapping leaves with twisted branch handle, raised on three shell feet; the salts formed as open shells and raised on three conch shell feet, crested; spoons with shell bowls and mermaid head terminals, creamer and salts with gilt interiors
Condition
gilding a little worn to edges of creamer, interiors of salts with minor scratches from use, one spoon with wear to handle, good condition overall
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.