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A Victorian Silver Two-handled cup and an Edwardian silver-gilt two-handled cup and cover, Mechi and Bazin / S.B. Harman, London, 1876/1907
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- first cup marked on body and engraved on underside MAPPIN & WEBB LONDON & SHEFFIELD, the second marked on body, cover and finial, base rim stamped HARMAN 177 NEW BOND ST LONDON
- Silver
- heights 15 3/4 in.
the first of vase form, the lower body and foot engraved with acanthus leaves, the second of campana form, with ovolo borders, the body applied with a band of grapevine, the reeded leaf-capped handles springing from satyr heads, stepped domed cover with bud finial
Condition
the first with inscription removed, repair to one upper handle wear through, the other handle pushed in and 1/2 in. split to body right of handle, second good condition, heavy, crisp
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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.