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KEM Weber
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Kem Weber
- "Silver Style" Cocktail Shaker and an Extremely Rare Tray
- each impressed with firm's marks, SILVER STYLE/KEM WEBER/DESIGN/ E.P.-N.S. and a D within a circle; the cocktail shaker and tray respectively numbered 8E4 and 16E4
- electro-plated nickel silver and rosewood
Literature
Jewel Stern, Modernism in American Silver, New Haven, 2005, p. 62 (for the cocktail shaker)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. Both the shaker and tray with a few very shallow surface scratches, which are consistent with use. The top presently temporarily fixed to the shaker and is currenly unable to be removed. The spout of the shaker with three areas of dents which are minor. The shaker with a few very shallow surface scratches. The wooden handle is in good condition, with four minute nail holes to the exterior used to the affix the wooden handle to the shaker. The stopper for the sprout in very good condition and retains the original cork. A very rare design by Weber to appear at auction. With a streamline design and wonderful subtle detailing makes this work a truly superb object.
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.