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A George III silver seven-basket epergne, Henry Greenway, London, 1793
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- fully marked, the arms dot numbered
- Silver, glass
- height 17 5/8 in., length 26 in.
- 44.8, 66cm
oval frame on fluted paw supports, supporting four small baskets of circular form and two of boat-form, central boat-form basket with reeded hoop handles, all with cobalt cut-glass liners, in original fitted wood case, together with seven modern silver bases to use baskets separately, unmarked
Condition
no signs of engraving removed, small chips and nicks to rims of most of the glass liners, case distressed; 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.