gadroon bordered rectangular, on four paw supports, pierced square bottle holders complete with three silver-mounted cut-glass bottles, engraved with the Crewe crest below a baron's coronet

marks and condition of inkstand, four of six nuts securing the pierced bottle holders to the stand are missing; two of the bottle holders only are struck with a mark, which appears to be the maker's mark; the condition of the bottles is good except for one which had a chip at the lip, one mount is missing, one is fixed to the bottle, the third is stuck inside its cover, none of the covers appear to be marked but are clearly contemporary
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."