- 3237
An American Silver Porringer, Elias Pelletreau, Southampton, NY, circa 1770
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and back of handle EP in a rectangle
- length 7in.
- 17.8cm
of typical form with deep bowl, the keyhole handle engraved with contemporary block intials C/TH
Provenance
Probably for the Corwith or Conklin familes of Southhampton.
Mrs. Breckinridge Long, Washington, D.C.
Mrs. Breckinridge Long, Washington, D.C.
Literature
Weaks, Mable C., "Captain Elias Pelletreau, Long Island Silversmith, Part II", The Magazine Antiques, May 1931, Fig. 8.
Trupin, Bennett W., Elias Pelletreau 1726-1810, Goldsmith of Southampton, Long Island, New York, 1984, p. 16, Fig. 8.
Trupin, Bennett W., Elias Pelletreau 1726-1810, Goldsmith of Southampton, Long Island, New York, 1984, p. 16, Fig. 8.
Condition
some light scratches to interior and two flaws to the metal, otherwise good condition
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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.