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A German silver Nef, import marks for Thomas Cook & Sons, London 1925
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 72cm., 28 1/4 in. high, 55cm., 21 3/4 in. long
in the form of a Dutch Fluyt or Schooner; the upper section with three rigged masts with billowed sails, flag masts to front and rear, the galleried deck with various figures, some drinking under a tented canopy to the rear, the lower section with stylised dolphin spout and rudder, on four openwork wheels, chained anchor to one side
Condition
The base stamped '835'. Both sections plus some sales clearly struck with import marks. The front mast is not firmly fixed and leans backwards on to the central mast slightly. General surface wear in accordance with age.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."