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ENGLISH BOXWOOD AND ENGRAVED IVORY FLUTE BY RICHARD POTTER (1728-1806), LATE 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
400 - 500 USD
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Description
- boxwood, ivory
- Length 24 1/2 in.
Ivory elements engraved J. BROWN and JGB, boxwood stamped multiple times POTTER SENIOR.
Provenance
The John Brown House, Philadelphia.
Condition
Some small hairline age cracks to boxwood. Bone elements with surface dirt and age cracks.
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.
Catalogue Note
A similar flute stamped Richard Potter is in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum (694-1882).