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A Pair of Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies in Georgian Silver-Mounted wood case, Charles Thomas Fox & George Fox, London, 1841, the case mounts circa 1750
Estimate
24,000 - 28,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- fully marked on bases, covers with maker's mark only, both with scratch weight 38=17, the case mounts with maker's mark possibly Grimwade #3506
- Silver, Wood
- height of caddies 5 3/4 in.
- 14.6cm
rectangular with straight sides embossed and chased with Chinese figures in pagodas and gardens, the hinged covers chased with pagodas and sprigs of flowers surrounded by shellwork and topped by bird finials, in fitted burr wood box with silver mounts
Condition
one caddy with bird finial pushed down into cover a little
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.