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Edward F. Caldwell & Co 1851-1914 A GILT BRONZE AND WHEEL CARVED CRYSTAL INKSTAND New York, circa 1910
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Edward F. Caldwell & Co
- crystal, gilt-bronze
- height 4 in.; width 10 1/22 in.
- 10 cm; 26.5 cm
the tray and ink receptacle wheel-carved with lilies of the valley, the lids surmounted by a pomegranate, and each engraved E.F. Caldwell & Co. Inc., New York.
Literature
See The E. F. Caldwell & Co. Collection at the Cooper-Hewitt Museum Library, Smithsonian Institution Libraries, for a black and white photograph, numbered A70321, showing a variant of the model.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Tarnishing to gilt bronze mounts consistent with age and use. While both were clearly cast from the same mould, and both are signed, there is a slight difference in the quality of the chasing to the leaves. Very minute chips to vertical edges of crystal tray.
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.