- 3118
An American Silver Butter Dish And Cover, Albert Coles, New York, circa 1865
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- marked on underside of dish
- Silver
- diameter 6 5/8 in.
- 16.8cm
the circular dish with beaded border, raised on three scroll supports headed by acanthus, the high-domed cover engraved with bands of basketweave spaced with three roundels, two enclosing the profiles of helmeted warriors, surmounted by a reclining cow finial, fitted with removable plated liner pierced with a flowerhead
Condition
some shallow dents to cover and base, the base with one foot bent out of shape and pushed slightly up into base, the cow finial with one horn dented and some surface splitting at crease, overall good condition
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.