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A William IV Silver Soup Tureen and Cover, Edward, Edward, John and William Barnard, London, 1830-31
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on body, cover, finial and finial nut
- length over handles 15 3/4 in.
- 40cm
the body of paneled baluster form chased with matted water leaves spaced by flowerheads below the everted rim of alternating acanthus and water leaves, the bifurcated vine handles springing from leafy acanthus and terminating in scrolls and flowers, raised on a pedestal base chased with matted leaf-tips, the conforming domed cover with gourd finial supported on leaves and buds, gilt interior
Condition
needs slight straightening but base not pushed up into bowl, ding to inside rim but noticeable, gilding removed?, marks on body a little rubbed and a ding near marks but not through, otherwsie 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.