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1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition: An American Silver Large four-handled Centerpiece, Paulding Farnham for Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1893
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
marked on underside and numbered 10611-2974 and with 1893 Columbian Exposition mark
- Silver
- length over handles 21 1/2 in.
- 54.6cm
the sides applied and chased with putti and infant satyrs with linked hands amongst scrolling grapevine, with four bi-furcated vine-form handles terminating at the rim in scrolls and grape bunches, raised on douple-paw feet, gilt interior
Condition
a little wear to gilt interior, overall 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.
Catalogue Note
A matching centerpiece and Tiffany factory design for this model is illustrated in John Loring, Magnificent Tiffany Silver, 2001, p. 223.