- 3088
An American Silver Egyptian Style Two-Handled Hot Water Urn On Lampstand, E. Mead & Co., St. Louis, MO, circa 1870
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base, also marked with a plus and D&C in a diamond, numbered 25, the lamp by Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, 1894
- Silver
- height 17in.
- 43.2cm
with beaded borders, the front embossed and chased with medallion of a Pharaoh head surrounded by four palmettes, the back monogrammed L within a similar medallion, the spout with Roman soldier profile bust tap, eliptical handles, domed cover with flowerhead finial, the stand on four mask headed and scaled scroll foot supports joined by pierced foliate aprons, with removable lamp
Condition
lacks hinged cap for lamp, small dents to cover, ivory insulator removed from spigot but not replaced with anything
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 Mead & Co. were active in St. Louis as jewelers and silversmiths between 1843 and about 1880.