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Two George III silver beer jugs, William Grundy and George Smith, London, 1768 and 1783
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases
- silver
- heights 10 and 8 in.
- 25.4 and 20.2 cm
the first with scroll at base of spout and leaf-capped double-scroll handle, restored; the second with fluted spout rising from a leaf, the flared foot with beaded edge, the interior lightly gilt, restored
Provenance
Grundy jug: Christie's London, June 13, 2000, lot 200
Condition
Grundy jug: as noted re. restoration- dechased?, surface bright, long repaired split below spout, partly repaired where foot joins base, two small dents to lower body; Smith jug: dented through on one side where engraving removed, surface bright and restored
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.