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A PAIR OF FRENCH SILVER SUGAR BOWLS AND COVERS, Martial Gauthier, PARIS, late 19th century, with London import marks for 1896
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
bodies and covers with maker's mark and French controls
- silver
- length over handles 6 3/4 in.
- 17.1cm
oval, the sides pierced and engraved with ribbon-tied swags of fruit and flowers and winged putto, the loop handles with leaf terminals, raised on four bracket feet, the domed covers chased to match and with branch form finials, removable blue glass liners.
Condition
One with part of swag broken off but present, otherwise 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.