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A PAIR OF GEORGE III SILVER-GILT DESSERT BASKETS
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
bearing marks for Emes and Bernard 1810, altered pieces
- silver-gilt
- length over handles 13 ½ in.
- 34.2cm
shaped oval, the sides pierced and engraved with trellis centered by flower heads and swags of fruit and foliage, both sides centered by a reserve enclosed by scrolls engraved with griffin crest, sides with baskets of fruit below handles centered by flower heads, raised on scroll supports
Condition
Handles need a little straightening, marks on one basket stretched, later crested, probably regilt, 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.
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.