- 400
Fontaine à eau chaude en argent par Francis Butty et Nicholas Dumee, Londres, 1769
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- Haut. 54,5 cm, 2 589 g ; 21 1/2 in high, 83oz 4dwt
sur quatre pieds en forme de griffes tenant une boule, la base carrée mouvementée ornée d'une bande ajourée, le corps à deux anses mouvementées, appliqué dans sa partie inférieure de godrons, gravé au centre d'armoiries et au dos des initiales LB, sur le col d'une bande de fleurs et de treillis et sur le couvercle et le pied d'un cimier
Condition
clearly marked on the foot rim and partially marked on the cover rim, apparently unmarked on the body - some small bumps on the body - usual scratches and dents - nice piece
"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
Les armes sont celles des familles Kendall (Leistershire) et Gibson (Ecosse).