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TWO QUEEN ANNE SILVER TWO-HANDLED CUPS, JOHN COWSEY AND MATHEW LOFTHOUSE, LONDON, 1706 AND 1717
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- silver
- Lengths 4 3/4 and 8 in.
The second crested and initialed B/I*E on base, marked below rims.
Provenance
The one by Cowsey: Northeast Auctions, Manchester, New Hampshire, October 25, 2008, lot 258.
The one by Lofthouse: Jonathan Trace, New York, 2001.
The one by Lofthouse: Jonathan Trace, New York, 2001.
Condition
the first with small splits to gadrooned band below rim, dents to lower body, repairs to handles; the second with repairs to handles and one spot on lower body, cartouche with engraving removed
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.