- 3035
An American Silver Tankard, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, 1897
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base and engraved XIX Century / Heirloom / 1893-1900 and with date symbol for 1897
- Porcelain, Silver. white tailed deer antler
- height 10in.
- 25.4cm
of bombé cylindrical form with oval embossed cartouche and acanthus borders, the body decorated with six ceramic medallions painted with female busts within embossed and chased foliate acanthus centering a large oval cartouche on the front, urn form finial, the horn handle carved in the form of a goat's head
Iris Schwartz called this piece, "The Old Goat and his Ladies".
Iris Schwartz called this piece, "The Old Goat and his Ladies".
Condition
one medallion chipped at edge, hinge pin missing, ?engraving removed from cartouche, otherwise good condition
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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.