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An Edwardian Silver Centerpiece, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd., London, 1902
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on body and base, underside of one foot engraved GOLDSMITHS AND SILVERSMITHS COMPANY LTD 112 REGENT ST LONDON
- silver
- height 18 1/2 in.
- 47cm
of oval boat form with upturned scrolling acanthus ends and pierced folaite scroll border, the sides with rococo cartouches flanked by flowers, fruit and formal foliage, one side engraved with presentation inscription and badge of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion of the York & Lancaster Regiment, the other with tritons swimming with dolphins, the domed oval base chased to match and raised on four shell supports, gilt interior
Condition
wobbles a little, decoration crisp, overall 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 TO Mrs. F.K. Essell, BY THE OFFICERS OF THE 2ND V.B. YORK AND LANCASTER REGIMENT, AS A TOKEN OF THEIR HIGH APPRECIATION OF THE SERVICES RENDERED TO THE BATTALION BY HER HUSBAND Major F.K.E. Essell, THE BUFFS, DURING HIS ADJUTANCY 1896 TO 1902. DECEMBER 8TH 1902."