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A German Silver Centerpiece, M.H. Wilkens & Sohne, Bremen-Hemelingen, circa 1900
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base rim
- Silver
- length 22 1/2 in.
- 57.2cm
formed as an oval basket with with ribbon bound rim and trailing lily-of-the-valley sprigs, one end mounted with a fully modeled figure of Psyche the other end with Cupid, all raised on a openwork base of ribbon-tied flowers and leaves, removable plated liner
Condition
one Psyche rim reattached, a few losses and repaired sections of openwork base, repaired split to one side at center, 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.