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FOUR AMERICAN SILVER WINE LABELS, BALTIMORE, CIRCA 1840-50
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- height of first 2 1/8 in.
- 5.5 cm
comprising three of shield form, by William Ball Jr. c. 1785, engraved circa 1840 for Brandy, Whiskey and Wine; one engraved Madeira, by Samuel Kirk, circa 1850. Together with two openwork labels for Applejack and Sherry, marked Sterling only. 6 pieces.
Condition
as noted re: date of engraving on first; the last with replacement chains, probably metal, otherwise ok
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.