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Two similar George III silver drum-form tea caddies, maker's mark IP / William Plummer, London, 1773 / 1787
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and covers
- heights approx 4 1/4 in.
- 10.8cm
engraved with borders of running leaves and berries on reeded ground, flat covers with flower-spray finials, engraved with contemporary related arms
Provenance
The arms on the second caddy are those of Wright, Plowland, Holderness, co. York, with the unidentified arms of the earlier caddy in pretence.
Condition
both with solder inside at base rims, 1773 example wtih slight damage to right of hinge
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.