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A Pair of Rare American Silver Salts and Salt Spoons, Myer Myers, New York, circa 1765-70
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- salts marked on undersides Myers in script in conforming punch, one spoon marked MM conjoined in rectangle, the other spoon apparently unmarked
- length 3 5/8 in.
- 9.2cm
the salts of oval double-bellied form, the upper rims applied with fluted and gadroond band, the domed oval bases with rims of alternating wide and narrow gadroons; the spoons with shell-form bowls and rounded down-turned handles
Condition
spoons with some salt stains to bowls and handles, salts with salt stains to interiors
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.
Catalogue Note
The rarity of this lot is attested by the fact that the extensive catalogue and exhibition of Myer Myers silver at the Yale University Art Gallery in 2001 did not include any salts or salt spoons.