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Fine Pair of Cast Brass Andirons and Accompanying Fire Tools, attributed to Richard Wittingham, New York, Circa 1820
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- brass
- Height 23 in. by Width 10 1/4 in. by Depth 23 in.
the accompanying shovel and tongs with conforming finial; together with another pair of cast-brass andirons, associated tongs and a hearthstone, (8 pieces).
Condition
Wear commensurate with age and use.
Second pair dimensions:
Height 19 1/4 in. by Width 10 in. by Depth 20 1/2 in.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a similar pair of andirons attributed to Richard Wittingham, see: Donald L. Fennimore, Metalwork in Early America, (Winterthur, Delaware: The Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur Museum, Inc., 1996), p. 142, no. 62.