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A Victorian Silver Presentation Cradle-form Centerpiece, John and William F Deakin, Sheffield, 1892
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
fully marked
- Silver
- length of centerpiece on stand 17 3/8 in.
- 44.1cm
the detachable cradle-form bowl partially gadrooned and chased with dense flowers and scrolls, engraved on one side with arms in a rococo cartouche, the other side with a presentation inscription, supported on a tree form support surrounded by winged putto holding floral garlands, all on a removable oval wood base, in a fittted green velvet presentation case
Provenance
The arms are those of Corbett.
Condition
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.
Catalogue Note
The presentation inscription reads: "PRESENTED BY THE UNION ISTS ELECTORS OF THE TRADESTON PARLIAMENTARY DIVISION OF GLASGOW TO ELSIE CAMERON CORBETT, FIRST BORN DAUGHTER OF Archibald Cameron Corbett S.D. M.P. for TRADESTON 31st MARCH 1893."