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An American Silver Footed Salver, Benjamin Wynkoop, Jr., Fairfield, CT, circa 1730
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked three times on underside of foot rim BW in a partly conforming oval
- Silver
- diameter 8 1/2 in.
- 21.5cm
circular with upturned rim, raised on a stepped trumpet-form foot, the surface engraved with later arms for Johnson in a shield below an eagle crest, the underside of the foot scratched "S.I. 1696, S.W.I. 1720 Charity Johnson married 1724"
Provenance
Rev. Samuel Johnson (1699-1772), Stratford, CT, first president of King's College (now Columbia University)
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Halpin
Jonathan Trace, 1993
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Halpin
Jonathan Trace, 1993
Literature
Philip Hammerslough, Early Connecticut Silver 1700-1840, 1970, Fig. 29, p. 52.
Condition
as noted re later engraving, clear marks
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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.