- 1288
An American silver covered pitcher, Benjamin Burt, Boston, circa 1780
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- marked center of base Benjamin Burt in a shaped cartouche
- silver
- height 11 1/8 in.
- 28.3 cm
spout with a hinged flap, engraved on one side with a full rigged ship and a coat of arms and motto AD COELUM SPIRO on the opposite side
Provenance
Jonathan Trace, January 1984
Literature
Illustrated in Max Webber Inc, "American & English Antiques of the 18th Century," cat. #3, (1971), p. 168.
Condition
dings throughout, crease to lower body, small dent to cover
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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.