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A Queen Anne silver tablespoon and two American silver tablespoons, 1712 / 19th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on reverse of handles
- Silver
- lengths 7 3/8 in. to 8 3/4 in.
- 18.7cm, 22.2cm
The first by John Clifton, London, 1712; the second Fiddle back, by Bacon & Smith, Boston, the third by John Foster, Boston; all with later presentation engraving
Provenance
The First Parish in Dorchester, Dorchester, MA
Exhibited
Boston: Museum of Fine Arts, loan, 1938-2011
Condition
tip of bowl on Queen Anne spoon worn down; American spoons is 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.