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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.
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.