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An American silver-hilted lion pommel hanger, maker's mark WF, possibly for William Faris, Sr. of Annapolis, circa 1780
Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- marked on underside of guard WF
- Elephant Ivory, Metal,
- Hilt: 5 3/8 in.; Blade: 25 in. Width: 1 3/16 in.; Overall: 30 ¼ in.
large and wide silver guard with eleven piercings, the guard forms the knuckle-bow in a rapid taper mounted under the lion’s jaw; the small silver well executed lion pommel surmounts a green-stained ivory grip
Provenance
Acquired by Dr. Lattimer at the Baltimore Antique Arms Show, March, 1985
Lattimer, No. 500
Lattimer, No. 500
Literature
Hartzler, p. 161, No. 270
Condition
blade with pitting, lion pommel with dent, ivory grip with age cracks
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
Classic small-sized lion pommel of the type commonly associated with English sword-cutlers of the pre- and Revolutionary War eras.