Lot 54
  • 54

A GROUP OF EIGHT SILVER-MOUNTED HORN SNUFF MULLS, MOSTLY SCOTTISH, 18TH/19TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • Silver, cow horn, ivory
  • length of largest 6 1/4 in.
  • 16 cm
one carved as an elephant's head, another carved as a combined merman and mermaid, one as a seal head, another as an otter's head, and the last as a woman's hand. Together with a brass mounted cut-glass example.

Condition

mermaid rubbed, crack in hand, others 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.