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An American Silver Soup Tureen and Cover, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, retailed by Starr & Marcus, New York, 1872
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base, numbered 175, date letter E for 1872 and with retailer's mark
- silver
- length over handles 11 3/4 in.
- 29.8cm
the ovoid bowl with loop handles issuing from leafy acanthus and stylized palm terminals, raised on a spreading circular foot mounted with two fully modeled cherubs, the conforming domed cover with loop finial
Condition
one bolt secuting cherub replaced and English, 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.