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A Regency silver-plated tea urn London, circa 1815-1820
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 18 in.; width 9 1/4 in.; depth 14 1/2 in.
- 45.7 cm; 23.5 cm; 36.8 cm
the finial with marks for Joseph Craddock and William Reid.
Condition
Overall good condition; the silver finial and cover with a small 1/8 inch diameter hole to the top in front of the crest; dents to the sides of the cover and soldering to the underside at joins with the sides; the body of the barrel with a dent to the to the top side at the front edge; dent to the right side above the lion-mask handle; some minor dents to the fronton the top side of the barrel; front and back of the barrel with minor dents; loss to the silvering of the acorn finial to the spout; some areas of polish residue in places and with rubbing and wear especially to the extremities where under-layer shows through.
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.