Lot 204
  • 204

A QUEEN ANNE LARGE SILVER CHOCOLATE POT, Nathaniel Lock, London, 1711

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on body right of handle and cover
  • Silver, Wood
  • height 10in.
  • 25.4cm
of tapered cylindrical form, the swan neck spout at right angle to handle, handle terminating in applied cut-card teardrops, engraved with late 18th century foliate script monogram RMW, the hinged domed cover with scroll thumbpiece and detachable finial

Condition

as noted re later monogram, finial resleeved, upper handle terminal very slightly pushed in, otherwise good
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.