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A SILVER-PLATED LARGE ROAST CART, circa 1875
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- silver, wood
- length over handles 41 in.; height 45 in.
- 104.1 cm, 114.3 cm
the oval dome embossed with lattice, shellwork and scrolling foliage, also with pendant bellflowers and sprigs of berried laurel, raised on four reeded strap supports and knopped ebonized wood base, interior with well-and-tree platter and two circular wells.
Condition
some scratches to interior well-and-tree platter, circular wells with lead(?) solder around edges, dome probably re-plated, replaired split to dome at one side of handle, lacking burner, two wood feet repaired; overall impressive
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.