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An American silver octagonal pepper box, John Burt, Boston, circa 1730
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked I:Burt in a shaped cartouche (Kane mark B) to left of handle
- silver
- height 3 5/8 in.
- 9.2 cm
front engraved with unicorn crest, base engraved M/I*E
Provenance
Jackson/Gillooly, January 2001
Literature
Patricia E. Kane, Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers, 1998, p. 252
Condition
handle with some splitting (not through), body with a small dab of excess solder, otherwise good
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.