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A rare pair of George IV silver, Sheffield Plate, and cut-glass five-basket epergnes, Samuel Roberts Jr and George Cadman & Co., Sheffield, 1824
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- cut-glass, silver-plate
- height 20 in.
- 50.8 cm
with silver caryatid stems on Sheffield plated foliate and paw-foot bases, matching arms and central basket fitted with cut-glass bowls, figures marked on their bases
Condition
plating rubbed at high spots, one figure with repair to one wrist and dent & splitting to other arm, the other figure with seam opening on one arm, four of the small bowls with minor chips to rim- one with a stable 1 1/2 in. crack, most of the sockets for branches replaced, otherwise good
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.