A GEORGE III SILVER NINE-BASKET EPERGNE, EMICK ROMER, LONDON, 1776 |

pierced with pales, with running laurel borders, the stand with roundels of classical urns linked by berried laurel swags

Christie's New York, October 17, 1996, lot 299

central basket with small dent to lower edge of bowl and with small split to rim near applied acanthus; stand with one foot dented making it wobbly, several splits at joins, and with repairs at upper branch fittings- two with patch repairs; two of the branches for non-hanging baskets with repairs
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.