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A George IV Silver Soup Tureen and Cover, John Houle, London, 1822
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, tureen and cover numbered 2
- silver
- length over handles 17in.
- 43.2cm
of partially gadrooned bombe oval form, the applied gadroon rim with double-shells flanked by acanthus and leaf-tips at angles, engraved on one side with later crest and motto, raised on scroll supports headed by acanthus, the stepped domed cover chased with gadrooned band and applied with matching shell decoration, the reeded loop finial centered by radiating acanthus, removable plated liner
Provenance
The crest and motto are those used by diamond millionaire Solomon Barnato Joel; see note to lot 232.
Condition
as noted re later crest, interior with some salt stains, two old repaired splits to cover near where engraving probably removed but not thin, overall 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.