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Ten Victorian and Later Silver and Enamel Vesta cases of sailing, travel and scenes
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- two of sailing ships, Birmingham, 1892/95; another of bell shape enameled with a buoy by JAS, Birmingham, 1893; a trompe l'oeil by Sampson Mordan, London, 1886; a trunk by B&S, Birmingham, 1883; a sepia view of Brighton Chain Pier by Walker & Hall, Sheffield, 1915; a lake view probably of the lake district by Thomas Johnson, London, 1887; a view of a ruined castle possibly Kenilworth by H&A, Birmingham, 1900; another with crossed flags advertising the "Great Western Railway's new shortest trip from New York to London" inscribed, Sampson Mordan & Co., London, 1909; last possibly later with a windmill, Birmingham, 1903; 10 pieces
- lengths 2 3/8 in. to 1 1/2in.
- 6cm, 3.8cm
Condition
as noted re last which also has large chip, one ship with dent in back, others good
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
The Great Western Railway box is inscribed "From Churchill X'mas 1909."