- 3155
An American Silver Teapot, John Ewan, Charleston, SC, circa 1825
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- marked twice on base J.EWAN in serrated rectangle.
- Silver, Ivorine (Plastic)
- height 11 1/2 in.
- 29.2cm
of baluster form, flat-chased with sprays of leaves and flowerheads, with swan-neck spout and bud finial,die-rolled borders of running thistles, and oak leaves with acorns
Provenance
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 28-30 June 1984, lot 63
Condition
finial needs a little straightening, overall good condition. Please note that the ivory insulators have been removed and replaced with ivorine (plastic).
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.