- 579
A George III Silver Cake Basket, Samuel Herbert & Co., London, 1762
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on side, base with scratch weight 31oz
- Silver
- length 13 1/4 in.
- 33.6cm
the oval basket with flaring scalloped rim, the sides pierced with alternating panels of foliage and stylized flowerheads and stars separated by beaded bands, center engraved with arms in shellwork and foliate cartouche, swinging lattice handle, raised on four openwork scroll and flower supports linked by scrolls and beaded swags
Provenance
The arms are those of Secker impaling Bird.
Condition
a couple old repaired splits to piercing and one repaired rim split
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.