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A George II silver coffee pot, Gabriel Sleath, London, 1737
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- silver, wood
- height 9 3/4 in.
- 24.8 cm
engraved with contemporary Scottish arms, marked on base and inside cover, base with scratch weight 32=18.
Provenance
S.J. Shrubsole, New York, 2007
Condition
some minor dings, handle slightly loose, 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 arms are those of Murray, Earl of Dunmore, probably for John, 2nd Earl of Dunmore, one of the representative peers 1713-15 and 1727-52, and colonel of the 3rd Regt. of Foot Guards, a general officer in the army, and governor of Plymouth. His lordship b. 31 Oct. 1685, d. unm. 18 April 1752, when the honours devolved upon his brother, William, 3rd Earl.