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A George II silver tankard, Fuller White, London, 1750
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 18cm., 7 1/2 in.
baluster with applied girdle, the stepped dome cover with open-scroll thumbpiece, hollow scroll handle, engraved with a crest over an armorial shield
Provenance
The arms are those of Pytts of Kyre House, Worcestershire, probably either for Edmund Pytts (1729-1781) or his brother, Jonathan (1731-1807), the sons of Edmund Pytts (1696?-1753), M.P. for Worcestershire from 1741 until his death. Both brothers died without issue and their estate passed to the descendants of their aunt, Catherine Childe. One of Jonathan Pytts’s mourning rings was sold by Matthew Barton Ltd., London, 9 December 2014, lot 364.
Condition
Hallmarks clear. Generally good condition; wear in accordance with age.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."