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A George II silver-gilt two-handled cup and cover, Paul de Lamerie, London, 1748
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- silver-gilt
- 32cm., 12 1/2 in. high
the spreading circular foot, bell-shaped body and detachable domed cover richly chased with fruiting vines, foliage, scrolls and other rococo ornament, further later engraved on either side with a coat-of-arms, motto, supporters, crest and duke's coronet, the underside with scratch weight: '70=2'
Condition
There is an approx 2" crack in the stem which has been repaired on the inside of the stem by the addition of a strengthening collar, which accounts for the discrepancies between the scratch weight and the present weight. Otherwise, condition good and marks reasonable. The gilding is probably the same date as the engraved arms and crest.
"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 arms are those of Gordon, Dukes of Gordon, probably either for Alexander Gordon, 4th Duke of Gordon (1743-1827) or his elder son, George Duncan Gordon, 5th Duke of Gordon (1770-1837).