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A George III Silver Tea Caddy, Hester Bateman, London, 1787
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and cover, base with scratch weight 10=6
- Silver
- height 5 5/8 in.
- 14.2cm
oval with straight sides and beaded borders, the sides bright-cut and engraved with floral swags and festoons centered on both sides with oval reserves enclosing arms and a crest, domed cover engraved with swags and beads and topped by an urn finial, base engraved O/I*E, 1791
Condition
cover doesn't close tightly because lock missing, dent to base at one end, three small dings to cover above hinge but not through, finial pushed down into cover, otherwise good
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.