- 804
An American silver teapot, Jacob Gerritse Lansing (I), Albany, circa 1730
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- marked on either side of handle IGL in rectangle
- Silver, wood
- height 7 3/8 in.
- 18.7cm
pear form, on spreading stepped foot, chased with a mid-band, faceted spout, high domed cover with baluster finial, base engraved I/GLS. Together with a copy of the 1964 Albany Silver catalog and accompanying papers.
Provenance
Jacob Gerritse Lansing (the silversmith), Albany
Descended within successive generations of the Lansing family,
Agnes Lansing Blake
Descended within successive generations of the Lansing family,
Agnes Lansing Blake
Exhibited
The Albany Institute of History and Art, Albany Silver, 1652-1825, March 15-May 1, 1964
Literature
Norman S. Rice, Albany Silver 1652-1825, 1964, p. 26.
Condition
minor dings to body, mid band slightly wavy- possibly straightened, repaired wood handle, otherwise 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.