Lot 24
  • 24

Charles Francis Annesley Voysey (1857 - 1941), manufactured by Thomas Elsley & Co.

Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • A rain hopper
  • cast with the date '1908', the reverse cast 'T. Elsley, No 186'
  • 77cm. high by 64cm. wide by 28cm. deep;
  • 2ft 6¼in., 2ft 1¼in., 11in.
cast iron, heart shaped beneath a moulded cornice

Condition

A rare and impressively sized piece of good overall appearance. Piece has a pitted surface consistent with being outdoors and has been re-blackened. Old marks and scratches consistent with age and material.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Two versions of rainwater-heads, one comparable to the present example and dated 1904, are illustrated in the Thomas Elsley & Co. catalogue, reproduced below.