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James Powell and Sons, Late 19th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Large Conservatory Lily Vase
- glass and black-patinated wrought iron
- height: 173.5cm., 68 1/4 in.; maximum width: 64cm., 25 1/4 in.
- Executed circa 1890.
the stand probably later added
Condition
Overall good condition.
A few scratches and irregularities within the glass, very minor. The glass has a pleasant opalescent blue colour. The stand is generally sound with some discoloration to the patina and a few marks consistent with age and normal use.
Please note this lot has been catalogued as the stand being later added
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The Whitefriars Glass Works was founded before 1680 near the Temple, between Fleet Street and the Thames, London, in a former Carmelite monastery (hence its name). It was acquired, after several ownerships, by James Powell in 1834, and as James Powell and Sons it made glassware from 1860 commissioned by William Morris and designed by Philip Webb, forerunner of English glass of the Art Nouveau style.