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An American Silver Soup Tureen and Cover, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1870
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base, numbered 32, date letter C for 1870
- silver
- length over handles 15 3/4 in.
- 40cm
oval with die-roll anthemion rim, the upper body matted and chased with flowers and berries above linked bellflowers, the angular handles applied with crowned bearded masks and with bifurcated lower terminals, raised on an domed oval foot, the domed cover topped with finial modeled as a rampant lion holding a shield engraved with initial S
Condition
body with some small scuffs and scratches, a little wear to high spots of bellflower band, otherwise 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.