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A French Silver Wine Trolley, Fray Fils, Paris, circa 1885
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- body with maker's mark and French control mark, front axel with French control mark
- silver
- length 12 5/8 in.
- 32cm
formed as a chariot, the sides with beaded borders above applied and engraved grapevine, the reverse engraved with Bacchus seated on a barrel engraved with initials A M and raising a glass, all raised on two large back wheels decorated with flowers and foliage and centered by lion masks, the small front wheel on fixed double-scroll axel headed by an open-mouthed lion head, twisted strap handle
Condition
through at base in two spots where attached to rear axel, 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.