Lot 704
  • 704

A PAIR OF FRENCH SILVER TWO-HANDLED VEGETABLE DISHES AND COVERS, FRANCOIS DIOSE, PARIS, CIRCA 1830 |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • 27cm., 10 5/8 in. over handles
the handles ornately cast as winged maidens, the covers with ornate cast foliate scrollwork finials, covers and bodies applied with a princely coat-of-arms, 1819-1838 1st standard mark

Condition

Clear marks to rim and underside. The baes with a few light bruises around the bases. Nice gauge. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

The arms of those of Csartoryski of Poland and Lithuania, probably for Prince Adam Jerzy Czartoryski (1770-1861), Russian foreign minister under Alexander I.