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A French Empire two-handle silver soup tureen, cover, liner and stand, Marie Joseph-Gabriel Genu, Paris, 1798-1809
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 54.6cm., 21 1/2 in. over handles
oval form with acanthus and dart rim, the handles formed as winged classical female figures, the high dome cover surmounted by a cast finial modelled as a drunken bacchanal group, the oval stand with rosette and acanthus rims, on four lion mask embellished scrolling paw feet, all sections engraved with griffin and anthemion scroll friezes, detachable liner
Condition
All sections clearly and fully marked. Excellent gauge. No obvious signs of repairs. .
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."