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A German Art Nouveau silver centerpiece, Gabriel Hermeling, Cologne, circa 1905
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base rim and numbered 128047
- Silver
- height 20in by length 26 1/2 in
- 51 by 67.3cm
the openwork whiplash base enclosing two dishes and mounted wiht six flowerheads enclosing busts of children, each with a pendant trophy below of music (piano and violin), painting, housekeeping, cooking, and flowers, the whole topped by a figure of a maiden bearing a laurel crown
Condition
engraving presumably removed from cartouches, otherwise good, nicely modeled and impressively pierced base
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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.