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An American Silver Japanese Style Three-Handled Cock Fighting Trophy, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, Retailed By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, 1880
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base with maker's mark, date letter and retailer's name
- Silver with gilt interior
- height 8in.
- 20.3cm
of cylindrical form, embossed and chased with two cock -fighting scenes depicting challenge and victory against a matted ground, the rim applied with gadrooned border and lower body with die-rolled band of sprays of palm and flowerheads, the handles with palmettes at upper handle terminals
Provenance
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, January 28, 30 and 31, 1994, lot 521
Condition
good condition, decoration crisp, nice wieght
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.