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An American Silver and Mixed-metal "Japanesque" Hand Mirror, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1880
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on reverse of handle terminal and numbered 5167-9804, 286
- Silver, mixed-metal
- length 10 3/8 in.
- 26.3cm
the lightly spot-hammered surface applied on the front with silver and copper wisteria and irises, a mokume butterfly and a copper and Japanese gold beetle, the reverse etched with wisteria, trailing vines and a butterfly in flight, engraved "I. de C."
Condition
a little overall wear, some spotting to mirror
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.