- 1402
A three-piece Continental silver Art Nouveau "birds" garniture, circa 1900
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on rims with maker's mark and 900
- silver, marble
- heights of taller 15 1/2 in.
- 39.5 cm
the two taller vases chased with various hens and small birds within strapwork panels, the necks applied with a peacock and a rooster, the central vase also with fowls within strapwork including a peacock, swans, and turkeys, the neck applied with two hens and two pheasants, on marble bases
Condition
all with a few minor dings throughout, the vase with applied peacock with repairs to stem, the other vase with applied rooster with repairs to rooster legs, the marble bases with some small chips at angles, otherwise in 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.
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.