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Lot 165
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Hendrik Boshart Dutch silver basket

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • 30.7cm, 12in wide overall
oval, with applied scroll borders, openwork handles and panel supports

Provenance

Herbert M. Ritter, Munich

Literature

Exh. Cat. Couven-Museum Aachen, 2003, no. 159

Condition

Small usual nicks dents, scratches and light wear, marks pretty clear, also with an 1807 Dutch controlmark for old work and later Dutch and French control 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Hendrik Boshart was born in Middelburg in 1732. He became a master in 1758 and died on 28 October 1801.