Lot 915
  • 915

TWO WHALE BONE, WHALE IVORY, WOOD, AND BALEEN SWIFTS, PROBABLY NEW ENGLAND, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,600 - 2,200 USD
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Description

  • whalebone
  • The largest: Height 22 in.
The first with a heart-shaped clamp with initials S.C.D and the second with barrel-shaped clamp.

Provenance

The first: Frank F. Sylvia Antiques, Boston, Massachusetts.

Condition

The first: Some stress cracks; The second: With a broken strut.
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

See next page for an illustration of this lot.