- 3250
A Rare American Silver Small Or "Lady's" Tankard, Nicholas Roosevelt, New York, circa 1760
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked NR right and left of the handle, with scratch mark on base 9oz 18dwt 12gn
- Silver
- height 4 1/2 in.
- 11.4cm
tapered cylindral with molded base band and rim, flat domed cover with shaped peak, corkscrew thumbpiece, scroll handle with applied baluster and six graduating drops and oval terminal, the front later engraved with a fleur-de-lis crest above monogram J.R.L.R
Provenance
The Breed Family Collection
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 24-27 January 1990, lot 178
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 24-27 January 1990, lot 178
Exhibited
Diplomatic Reception Room, United States Department of State, Washington D.C., May 1972 - October 1989
Condition
as noted re later engraving, mark right of handle rubbed
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.