Lot 789
  • 789

Two German silver coffee pots and an English argyle, Johann Jakob Bruglocher IV, Augsburg, and Emes & Barnard, London, 1818-1819 and 1809

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Silver, Wood, ivory
  • respectively 30.7 and 24.5cm., 12 and 9 5/8 in high; and 18.5cm., 7 1/4in. high
the German pots with plain ovid bodies with gilt interiors, the detachable covers with parrot and hoop finials, wood handles; the semi-lobed vase-shaped argyle with detachable lid and interior heater with detachable cap, ivory handle

Provenance

The coffee pots: with Herbert M. Ritter Antiquitäten, 1976

Condition

German pots: marks and overall condition good, although the larger example has a couple of very small dents in the body and the foot is bent, varnish on the wood handles has peeled; the argyle: marks and overall condition good although the marks on the foot have been struck over the reeded decoration, foot is also bent a little
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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