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An American Silver Creamer, Robert Fairchild, New Haven, CT, circa 1775-80 and an American Silver Creamer, Hezekiah Silliman, New Haven, CT, circa 1770
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- the first marked RF four times on base, the second marked HS on base
- Silver
- height 4 7/8 in.
- 12.4cm
the first of baluster form with scalloped rim, on spreading base with gadrooned border, the body engraved with shield-form cartouche of garlands enclosing script initials ?JSJ; the second with pyriform body, scalloped rim and S-scroll handle, engraved under handle W/D*M
Provenance
Fairchild creamer: Jonathan Trace, 1998
Condition
the first with bent handle, the second with slightly deformed spout and possibly repaired handle
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.