- 3246
An American Silver Creamer, Thomas Dane, Boston, circa 1755
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base T.DANE in an oval (Kane mark A)
- Silver
- height 3 1/2 in.
- 8.2cm
of pear form, chased with a shellwork cartouche later engraved with script monogram MWF and flanked by chased sprays of fruit, shells and scrolling foliage, with shaped rim and capped double-scroll handle, raised on three scroll supports terminating in pad feet, underside later engraved Margaret Whitwell to M.W. Foster
Provenance
Margaret Whitwell, to
M.W. Foster
Sold, Sotheby's New York 23-24 June 1994, lot 108
M.W. Foster
Sold, Sotheby's New York 23-24 June 1994, lot 108
Literature
Kane, Patricia E., Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers, 1998, p. 365
Condition
repair under spout, as noted re later monogram, feet pushed in a little, otherwise good
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.