Lot 270
- 270
An early George III silver and cut-glass five-basket epergne, Thomas Pitts, London, 1760
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, base engraved with scratch weight 19=7, branches and baskets numbered 1-4
- Silver, glass
- length 18 1/2 in.
- 47cm
raised on four scroll supports on openwork feet, base and detachable central basket pierced with quatrefoils and stars, openwork apron of flowers and foliage, four detachable scroll branches topped with silver-mounted cut-glass baskets
Condition
glass bowls with minor chips, one bowl with more significant chipping to rim, overall good
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.