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An American Silver Octagonal Pepper Caster, Eleazer Baker, Ashford, CT or New York, circa 1785
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base E. BAKER in rectangle
- silver
- height 4 1/8in.
- 10.5cm
banded octagonal with flared base, the conforming domed cover pierced in concentric rings and with baluster finial, leaf-capped S-scroll handle, body and cover engraved with corresponding starbursts, base with contemporary block initials A/E.H.
Condition
finial pushed down into cover a little, upper handle terminal pushed in a little and seam behind handle beginnng to split in two spots, 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.