- 1217
An American silver five-piece tea set, Lincoln & Foss, Boston, dated 1854
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases LINCOLN & FOSS
- silver, ivory
- height of kettle on lampstand 16 1/2 in.
- 41.9 cm
comprising a Teapot, Coffee Pot, Kettle on Lampstand, Creamer and Sugar Bowl, each boldly embossed and chased with hunt scenes, rims applied with grapevine, handles formed as oak branches, squirrel-form feet, hound finials, bases of all but the kettle engraved A. Adams, June 16th 1854.
Condition
kettle with one broken insulator and a small patch repair to cover, lampstand drilled with five holes- purpose not clear, burner with a few dents; others in 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.
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.