Lot 185
  • 185

An AMERICAN SILVER AND MIXED METALS JAPANESE STYLE GOURD-SHAPED TRAY, Edward C. Moore for Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1880

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on underside and numbered 5391-867, 854

  • Silver, Mixed-metal
  • length 16 1/2 in.
  • 41.9cm
the spot-hammered surface inlaid with sprays of copper and Japanese gold irises and applied at rim with a copper stem, the center etched "Anne", underside with later presentation inscription, raised on three scrolled leaf supports

Condition

rim possibly a little bent at 5 o'clock, very minor surface scratches, otherwise good crisp 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.

Catalogue Note

The presentation inscription on the underside reads: "DR. CLAUDE R. KLINGAMAN 25TH ANNIVERSARY WITH APPRECIATION OF YOUR LOYALITY AND FRIENDSHIP SINCE MARCH 1-1939 * LLOYD N. RICHARDSON MAR. 1-1964"