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WILLIAM ARTHUR SMITH BENSON | Chafing Dish
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- William Arthur Smith Benson
- Chafing Dish
- the underside impressed W.A.S./ BENSON
- brass, copper
- 22.9cm.; 9in.
- Designed and executed circa 1900.
Literature
Iam Hamerton, ed., W.A.S Benson: Arts and Crafts Luminary and Pioneer of Modern Design, Suffolk, 2006, p. 86, pl. 59, illustrated
Condition
Overall in good condition. The copper elements with scattered scuffs, scratches and oxididation consitent with age and use. The inteiror and exterior with traces of adhesive residue which may be removed. One hinge pin is missing. The included hinge pin with a slight bend and sits loosely in its socket and may not be original to the work.
"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."
"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."