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Of American Revolution Interest: A Louis XVI silver extensive tea and coffee service, in American style, René Bridon, Nantes, circa 1780
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases, ladle apparently unmarked, teapot, coffee pot, one cann, and three tablespoons with discharge marks from 1774-1780/9
- Silver, wood
- height of coffee pot 13 in.
- 33cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, a Sugar Pail with swing handle, two Canns, a Waiter on three claw-and-ball feet, three Tablespoons, and a small Ladle, all monogrammed AVSB, most with beaded borders
Provenance
Abraham Van Bibber (1743-1805) of "Paradise", Stoney Run, MD and St. Eustatius, W.I. and his first wife, Sarah Chew (1734 - 1795)
Condition
some pieces with partial or incomplete set of marks; teapot, sugar pail, waiter, two cans, and ladle with very small dents and dings; waiter with one foot pushed in; one tablespoon with misshapen bowl; overall good condition
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
Abraham Van Bibber of Baltimore was a purchasing agent for Maryland and Virginia on the Dutch-owned island of St. Eustatius. The strategy was to sell products from the colonies to purchase arms and gunpowder to aid in the fight against Great Britain. In 1776, he purchased brigantine Wild Duck and delivered much needed powder for the patriot forces in Philadelphia. Four days later, the Marine Committee of the Continental Congress purchased the ship to be used in the fledgling Continental Navy and renamed her USS Lexington. Shortly afterward, Van Bibber became a co-owner of the privateer sloop Baltimore Hero which was also used to seize British prizes during the Revolutionary War.