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A Louis XVIII silver-gilt soup tureen and cover, J.C. Cahier, Paris, circa 1820
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
fully marked
- length over handles 15 3/8 in.
- 39cm
oval with palmette borders, hoop handles ending in Empire foliage, plain cover with ring formed of cornucopiae and flowers, rising from a rosette of grape clusters and foliage interspersed wtih flowers, engraved on one side with arms under viscount's coronet
Condition
thin spot in cover where engraving removed, original arms probably removed from one side, ding to surface above later arms, otherwise good, nice weight
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.