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AN AMERICAN SILVER VASE, MARTELÉ, GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, 1904 |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and coded G/WK
- height 14 3/4 in.
- 37.5 cm
with chased leaves at the base and lilies at the top
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, January 22, 2010, lot 346
Condition
a few minor surface nicks, 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.
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
Gorham's Martelé archives indicate that this vase was completed on November 7, 1904 and had a net factory price of $135. It took 35 hours to make by Adolph C.E. Erichsen and then was chased for an additional 50 hours by Henry Brooks.