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A pair of George III silver wine coolers, Benjamin Smith II, London, 1807 and later
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base rims and collars, liners with lion passant mark after 1821
- Silver
- height 10 5/8 in.
- 27cm
circular pedestal base with acanthus and gadroon borders, serpent handles, body later embossed and chased circa 1830 with grapevines surrounding a cartouche surmounted by bacchic masks, collar later chased with grapevine border on matted ground, later spot-hammered liners
Condition
dent to base of liner, otherwise good condition, nice, heavy weight
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.
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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.