Lot 423
- 423
A group of Spanish Colonial drinking articles, circa 1800 and later
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- all apparently unmarked
- Silver, wood
- height of coffee pot 9 1/2 in.
- 24.2cm
comprising: a large plain chocolate pot with chained cover and hinged cup and a wood molinet; a coffee pot with detachable cover with fruit finial; a bombé mate cup engraved with bands of foliage; a gourd-form mate cup carved with arms and on three prancing horse supports; and a tall mate cup on baluster stem engraved with initials. Together with two bombillas with partly spiralled stems. 7 pieces
Condition
chocolate pot patched, probably where position of handle was changed, others 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.