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A SET OF EIGHT BRASS GRADUATED STANDARD IMPERIAL MEASURES FOR THE WEST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, DE GRAVE SHORT & CO., LONDON, DATED 1879
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- brass, mahogany, glass
- height of case 3 1/4 in.; width 10 in.; depth 7 1/2 in.
- 8.5 cm; 25.5 cm; 19 cm
from Imperial Four Fluid Ounces to Imperial Standard One Fluid Drachm, each cylindrical measure inscribed and dated West Riding of Yorkshire, 1879 and numbered 481, each with verification marks to the rim, each with glass strike; pipette lacking; in a fitted mahogany case with a brass plaque inscribed West Riding of Yorkshire Standard Apothecaries Measures 1879 De Grave Short & Co. London and with an interior paper label inscribed George Solothes(?) Selby Inspector TODMORDEN.
Condition
Overall in good condition. Pipette lacking. Case with bruises, scratches, and marks; an old patch of discoloration to top. The interior of the case with some age cracks and one area of splitting; the molding to interior front is slightly detached. Brass measures and glass strikes are in good condition. Minor surface scratches from use to measures.
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.