Steuben Glass Works

Paul V. Gardner, The Glass of Frederick Carder, New York, 1971, pl. VIII, fig. A (for  a related example)

Overall in very good original condition. The vase with a few small and minor air bubbles that are inherent in the making. The outermost contours of the shoulder with a few small and light surface scratches, which are all consistent with age and gentle handling. The gilt rim with a few scattered light surface scratches. The gilt band at the midsection of the body with a few minor irregularities and burst air bubbles. One burst air bubble with the green ground, as seen to the left side of the body of vase in the catalogue illustration. With a small blue inclusion in the green ground just above one of the gold decorations. The exterior of the vase with wonderful iridization to the decoration imparting brilliant hues of blues, purples and greens over the surfaces. The interior of the collar with nice gold iridization.. The underbase with a few very small and light surface scratches commensurate with age and use. When viewed in person, the upper portion of the body with a more radiant off-white hue than what appears in the catalogue illustration.
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.