- 3053
An American Silver Japanese Style Tea Caddy, Kennard & Jenks, Boston, 1876-1880
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base
- Silver
- height 4 7/8 in.
- 12.3cm
of cube form, the sides bright-cut and engraved with diagonal bands of stylized fans, sparrows, reeds and prunus, the lift-off cover with matching diagonal bands enclosing trellis, one corner mounted with an owl with yellow enamel eyes, another corner with a mouse
Condition
very good condition, charming, decoration crisp
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
Edward Kennard and Lewis Jenks went into partnership in 1876, and produced the only Japanese-style Aesthetic movement silver in Boston. The firm was bought by Gorham in 1880, who moved the plant to Providence and incorporated it into their own production.