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A Regency Silver-gilt Tankard, maker's mark W pellet E for William Eaton or William Elliott, London, 1816
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked right of handle and cover
- height 8 1/8 in.
- 20.6cm
of tapered cylindrical form on a spreading base, the sides applied with bacchic infants playing with goats, drinking from a cask and picking grapes, the cover embossed and chased in high relief with two seated infants and grapevine, base band engraved "Avito Honore Floreas", handle engraved with crest and initials in a garter
Provenance
The crest is that of Herbert.
Condition
some dings to base band but not through, handle with slight dent at initials, 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.