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A Set of Twelve American Silver Dessert Plates, Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, retailed by Spaulding & Co., Chicago, 1904-1917
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- diameter 9 1/4in. (23.5cm)
shaped circular, the borders chased with boughs of fruit and ribbons, the molded rims with foliage and rocaille, each engraved in center with monogram EWP in script, ten engraved on base with presentation inscriptions, marked on bases
Condition
good condition, the earliest plate slightly smaller
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 inscription on the earliest plate reads: "Evelyn Walter Dupee from her Grandmother Dupee 1904". The other nine plates are engraved with similar presentation inscriptions and are dated from 1905 to 1917.