- 1333
An American silver cup, John Dixwell, Boston, circa 1710
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked ID in an oval (probably Kane mark B) on base and below rim to right of handle
- silver
- height 4 1/4 in.
- 10.8 cm
front later engraved M.C. Chew from her Grandfather
Provenance
Descended in Milford Church, Milford, CT
Sotheby's, New York, November 17, 1981, lot 187
Jonathan Trace, July 1982
Sotheby's, New York, November 17, 1981, lot 187
Jonathan Trace, July 1982
Literature
Patricia E. Kane, Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers, 1998 p. 380
Condition
surface a little bright, 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.