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A Victorian silver presentation vase and mirror plateau, Hunt & Roskell, London, 1846, the mirror plateau, 1856
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver, Glass, Wood
- the vase, 53.3cm., 21cm. high; the plateau, 40cm., 15 3/4 in., wide
the massive cast openwork vine pattern two-handled vase on inscribed and crested shaped square base, the underside stamped: '3059'; the shaped square plateau with matching vine pattern border and four cast shell feet, the underside stamped: 'HUNT & ROSKELL LATE STORR & MORTIMER 8605,' wood underside, frosted glass liner
Condition
Hallmarks clear to underside of body and applied leaf corners. The openwork body is also clearly hallmarked within the cast leaf decoration. There are no obvious losses to the cast leaves on the body, very good gauge and quality. The frosted glass liner with one chip to rim, otherwise good. The mirror plateau with three chips to one corner. A little more wear visible to the mounts as of die-stamped construction. Visible patches to interior although probably within construction. There are a couple of firing splits visible around these points. Overall good condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The inscription reads: ‘Presented to Alexander Findlater Esquire. of Johnstown House, County Dublin, by his partners, whose names are heron inscribed as a token of their respect and esteem for his many excellent qualities May, 29th. 1857. William Todd, John Carmichael, Gilbert Burns, Ivie Mackie, Adam S. Findlater, Henry W. Todd, John F. Corscaden, Thomas Gordon, Bruce B. Todd, Robert Gladstone, John Blood, John Findlater, William Williamson, John Smith, W.T. Mc. Conkey.’
The recipient of this vase was Alexander Findlater (1797-1873), who established the well-known firm of Findlaters, wine merchants, in Dublin in 1823. The business was taken over in 2001 by Cantrell & Cochrane.