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FINE FOUR GALLON STONEWARE BUTTER CHURN WITH COBALT BLUE STARFACE DECORATION, T. Harrington, Lyons, New York, circa 1860
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- stoneware
- Height 18 in. by Diameter 9 1/2 in.
Stamped T. HARRINGTON / LYONS, inscribed 4.
Condition
With a 2 1/2 by 2 in. section of proper left side of rim that has two vertical and one horizontal crack, it does not appear to have broken loose, but is very fragile; several chips to inside of rim; there is a firing error in proper right side of body at the tip of the sixth point of star.
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.