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An American Silver and Mixed-metal mounted Five-piece Desk Set, circa 1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
letter holder, desk calendar, stamp box and tray marked STERLING AND OTHER METALS
- silver, copper, gold, wood
- length of letter holder 10 1/8 in.
- 25.7cm
comprising: Letter Holder, Desk Calendar, Stamp Box, Letter Opener, and small shaped rectangular Tray, each striated with patinated copper, brass and with silver bosses, the letter holder, desk calendar and stamp box mounted on wood, the triangular letter opener with stone arrowhead handle
Condition
some small scratches throughout, good condition overall
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.