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An AMERICAN SILVER-MOUNTED "Chinese" Glass VASE, the silver Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI, the glass Corning Inc., Corning, NY, Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silver base marked on underside and coded PGT
- Silver, Rock Crystal
- height overall 17in.
- 43.2cm
the domed circular base with scroll rim, chased and engraved with prunus blossoms and arches rising to a basketweave collar, the baluster-form glass vase etched with ribbon-tied baskets of flowers and matching arches and floral sprays
Literature
Sinclaire, Estelle R. and Spillman, Jane Shadel, The Complete Cut & Engraved Glass of Corning, 1997, fig. 610, p. 231.
Condition
some scratches where glass vase fits into base, glass with some light scuffs, otherwise good condition
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
The Complete Cut & Engraved Glass of Corning catalogue denotes the present lot as a "Chinese No. 1".