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A George II silver coffee pot, Paul de Lamerie, circa 1740
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, wood
- 25cm., 9 7/8 in high
baluster form, chased and engraved with rocaille ornament on matted ground, crest and coat of arms, acorn finial, maker's mark and lion passant only, wood handle
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, 14 July 1988, lot 179
Condition
overall good condition apart from minor dents, especially one dent to crest, and surface scratches.
"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 Ballard. Ballard is an ancient Anglo-Saxon name. Distinguished members of the family include Henry Ballard, a prominent 14th century landholder in Yorkshire, and Colonel Thomas Ballard (1630-1689), an English-born, American colonial landowner and politician.