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An English pewter flagon and two basins, Samuel Ellis, Jr., London, circa 1800
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- also with pseudo marks for Carpenter & Hamberger, the basins initialled DC for Dorchester Church
- Pewter
- diameter of basin 14 1/2 in., height of flagon 13 1/4 in.
- 36.8cm, 33.6cm
Provenance
Presumably purchased by the First Parish in Dorchester, Dorchester, MA, circa 1800
Exhibited
Boston: Museum of Fine Arts, loan, 1938-2011
Condition
flagon with some pitting and discoloring, minor dents to baseband. One basin with a crack to the rim, the other with a ding in the center. Otherwise good.
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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.