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A William IV silver-gilt "grapevine" wine cooler, Edward Barnard & Sons, London, 1836
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on body above handle
- silver
- height 11 in.
- 28 cm
one side engraved with arms, motto and crest
Provenance
The arms are those of Knox, possibly for one of the sons of Thomas Knox, 1st Earl of Ranfurly, and his wife the Hon. Diana Jane, daughter of Edmund, 1st Viscount Pery. Their second son Edmund Knox (1787-1867) was an Admiral in the Royal Navy.
Condition
a few small dings to body, traces of lacquer, 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
For more information about this maker please see the silversmith biographies at the end of this catalog.