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A George II silver large soup tureen and cover, Eliza Godfrey, London, 1751, the liner by William Pitts, London, 1814
Estimate
15,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on rim of cover and base of tureen (date letter rubbed), liner marked below rim, the arms and crests by John S. Hunt, circa 1850
- Silver
- length over handles 17 3/4 in.
- 45cm
oval on lion mask and paw feet, gadroon borders, the sides and cover chased with swags of flowers linking arms and applied crest in rococo cartouches, the liner with scroll grips
Condition
good condition
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.
Catalogue Note
The arms are those of Petre, or Peter, possibly for a son or grandson of Robert Edward, 9th Baron of Writtle, Essex, 1742-1801.