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A pair of George IV silver wine coolers, Robert Hennell II, London, 1821
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description
- marked on coolers and collars, numbered 2 and 3
- silver
- height 10 1/8 in.
- 25.7 cm
with removable collars and plated liners
Condition
decoration rubbed at high spots, a few minor dings, one cooler with minor dent to one side, 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
The applied bulrushes on the base of these coolers are taken from French examples on early Louis XV silver. They were used on pieces connected with water, such as the ewers on dressing table sets, but also on wine coolers, such as the pair with spaniel-head handles from the Penthièvre-Orléans service, Claude Ballin II, Paris, 1744-45 (sold Sotheby's New York, November 13, 1996, lot 4).
For more information about this maker please see the silversmith biographies at the end of thi🥀s catalog.