- 1287
Two American silver tablespoons, John Edwards and Thomas Clark, Boston, circa 1725 and circa 1760
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- silver
- length of longer 8 3/8 in.
- 21.3 cm
the first with rattail and engraved SS/HM/ P.S./E.C./A.C./NHC/H.M.G.C.; the second shell-back and engraved C/I*M.
Provenance
Edwards spoon:
Sarah Shipman
Hanna Clapp Miller (1681-1758)
Phebe Lyman Strong (1717-1802)
Eleanor Strong Clarke (1747-1824)
Achsah Clarke (1772-1851)
Nancy Hooker Clarke
Helen MacGregor Clarke
James M. Hansen Antiques, January, 1976
Sarah Shipman
Hanna Clapp Miller (1681-1758)
Phebe Lyman Strong (1717-1802)
Eleanor Strong Clarke (1747-1824)
Achsah Clarke (1772-1851)
Nancy Hooker Clarke
Helen MacGregor Clarke
James M. Hansen Antiques, January, 1976
Condition
both bowls with some wear to edges of top, the Edwards one also with some dings and minor denting to bowl, otherwise 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.