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AN AMERICAN SILVER CANN, CHARLES OLIVER BRUFF, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1770
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- marked on base Charles.O.Bruff in script in shaped rectangle and COB in conjoined circles.
- height 4 3/8 in.
- 11.1 cm
front engraved with crest, leaf-capped double-scroll handle headed by a shell.
Provenance
John H. Halpin
Jonathan Trace, February 1993
Jonathan Trace, February 1993
Exhibited
Colby College, Waterville, ME, American Arts of the 18th Century, 1967
Literature
Langdon, John E., 'Two More by Bruff," Antiques, October 1968, p. 595
Condition
body with a few small dents, overall 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.
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
The crest may be that of the Ludlow family of New York.