- 3151
Two American Silver Julep Cups, William Carrington, Charleston, SC, And George McDannold, Mt. Sterling And Covington, KY, circa 1835 / dated 1859
Estimate
1,400 - 1,800 USD
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Description
- both marked on bases, the first also with incuse D mark
- Silver
- height of taller 3 7/8 in.
- 9.9cm
the first with beaded borders, chased with a rococo cartouche enclosing J.McP.C., the second with narrower beaded borders, engraved with prize inscription
Condition
Carrington with small crease and minor dings including to interior base, McDannold with a small crease and several minor dings throughout, otherwise 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.
Catalogue Note
The prize inscription reads, "Premium Agricultural Society of Campbell Co. Ky. / To / Col. Thos. L. Jones / For best pair of Mares / Exhibition of 1859."