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AN AMERICAN SILVER SUGAR BOWL AND COVER, JOSEPH ANTHONY, JR., PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1785
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base three times JA italics in rectangle.
- height 6 7/8 in.
- 17.4 cm
beaded borders, cover with flame finial.
Provenance
Robert S. Stuart, Philadelphia
Jonathan Trace, February 1993
Jonathan Trace, February 1993
Exhibited
Philadelphia Museum of Art: Philadelphia Silver 1682-1800, April 14 - May 17, 1965,
Literature
Philadelphia Silver 1682-1800; The Philadelphia Museum Bulletin vol. LI, #249, Spring 1956, check list #12
Condition
good, slightly bright
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.
Catalogue Note
Portraits by Gilbert Stuart - a cousin- of Joseph Anthony and his wife are at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (see previous page).