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Gorham Mfg. Co.
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Gorham Mfg. Co.
- Pair of Martelé tazze
undersides stamped with firm's mark, year mark for 1899, 1900 World's Fair mark, and sample number 1598.
- silver
Condition
according to factory records originally gilt, but no sign now. A little overall wear to high spots, good condition, charming
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
These pieces were finished by chaser #28, Joseph Steed Aspin; he had been one of Robert Bain's assistants on the Martelé dressing table now at the Dallas Museum of Art. He spent 98 hours on each compote, at a price of $49. The pieces were finished November 2, 1899, and chosen for the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1900 and the official debut of the Martelé line.