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AN AMERICAN SILVER STRAINING SPOON AND SOUP LADLE, WILLIAM G. FORBES AND JOHN SAYRE, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1800
Estimate
1,400 - 1,800 USD
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Description
- marked on back of socket W.G.FORBES in rectangle, the second marked on back of handle I.SAYRE in rectangle.
- length of spoon 17 in.
- 43.2 cm
the first with turned wood handle, silver socket engraved Anna Baily; the second with coffin-end handle engraved SEJ in bright-cut surround.
Condition
spoon good; ladle bright and with small circular patch below monogram
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.