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A GERMAN SILVER INKSTAND, Samuel Frey, Augsburg, circa 1700
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on underside and with assay scrape
- Silver
- length 11 3/4 in.
- 29.9cm
the shaped rectangular base with gadroon rim and four flatted knop feet, embossed with swags of fruit and scrolling foliage against a matted ground, fitted with two matching pots for sand and ink, the latter with glass liner, and centered by a later bell chased to match
Provenance
Michael Zagayski Collection, New York and Palm Beach
Sotheby's, New York, 19 October 1999, lot 68
Sotheby's, New York, 19 October 1999, lot 68
Condition
as noted re: date of bell, sleeve of inkwell starting to open at base of seam, otherwise good
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.