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A rare Indian Regimental Silver Presentation Cup, Hamilton & Co., Calcutta, circa 1830
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- marked on foot rim, plated liner marked Marshall & Sons 87 George St Edinburgh
- silver
- length over handles 13in.
- 33cm
of shallow campana form, one side applied with a cartouche surrounded by military trophies including the Union Jack enclosing the scene of a lion overcoming a tiger with banner beside, egg-and-dart rim, the lower body and foot chased with palm and acanthus, the handles decorated with berried foliage, gilt interior, removable plated liner
Condition
inscription removed from one cartouche which is now held to bdy by base metal nuts, otherwise good condtion
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.