Lot 440
  • 440

A silver-gilt-mounted glass ewer and pair of decanters, R. & S. Garrard & Co., London, 1845

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • fully marked, one stopper marked for 1846
  • Silver, gilt, glass
  • height of ewer 13 3/8 in.
  • 34cm
scroll bases chased with diaper, baluster glass bodies with hinged strapwork mounts and pendant rose sprays, the ewer handle cast with a female bust, stoppers with openwork scroll finials

Condition

ewer and one decanter each with one hinge missing a pin, other decanter lacking the hinge and pin at neck, all with some replaced pins; all with some losses of leaves and tendrils to the pendant rose sprays, one decanter missing the whole spray; otherwise good
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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