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Fine and Rare Northeastern Ash Burl Bowl of Impressive Size circa 1790
Estimate
5,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 9 1/2 in.; length 20 1/4 in.; width 15 1/2 in. (24.1 cm; 51.4 cm; 39.4 cm)
the deep oval bowl with upswept handles pierced with cut-out hand holds; a paper label attached to the bottom states: Mrs. Persena Losey...1759, Butter bowl made by her husband...1780, 4th grand-daughter Bernice Anderson.
Condition
appears AOK; no chips, cracks or losses apparent
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
For related examples, see Steven S. Powers, North American Burl Treen, Colonial and Native American, 2005, pp. 22-23, pl. 1/8 - pl. 1/10.