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A pair of George IV silver "grapevine" wine coolers and liners, Paul Storr, London, 1827
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, bases stamped STORR & MORTIMER, numbered 1 and 2
- silver
- height 10 5/8 in.
- 27 cm
spiral-fluted, the sides applied with grapevine, the rims applied with a leaf-and-berry border
Condition
lacquered, liners and coolers with a few minor dings, applied grapevine with a few areas of splitting, one bolt for the applied grapevine loose and needs to be reattached, overall 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
Storr's model for these is based on ancient Roman marble vases, always a favorite with aristocratic Englishman. There is also an echo of the unusual spiral-fluted pieces, often wreathed in grapevine or foliage, produced by Thomas Heming in the early 1760s for clients such as the Earl of Bute and George III.
For more information about this maker please 🌌see the silversmith biographies at the end of this catalog.