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An American Silver Soup Tureen and Cover and a Pair of Matching Entree Dishes and Covers, Tiffany & Co., New York, circa 1880
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases, tureen numbered 4627-3351, dishes 4628-6269
- lengths over handles 16 1/4 in., 13 3/8 in.
- 41.2cm, 34cm
each of shaped rectangular form, embossed and chased overall with peonies and scrolling foliage beneath a basketweave band, the conforming foot raised on four bracket feet applied with flowerheads, the loop handles flanked by rooster heads derived from Chinese jade carvings
Condition
tureen and one entree dish with a few salt stains to interior, tureen with a few minor dings to base but not through, overall good codnition, chasing crisp
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.