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AN AMERICAN SILVER KETTLE AND LAMPSTAND WITH MATCHING TRAY, BAILEY & CO., PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1845-1850
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases BAILEY&CO / PHILAD.
- Silver, ivory
- height overall 12 3/4 in.
- 32.4 cm
kettle engraved with strapwork enclosing birds between chased flutes, the stand with burner raised on three supports headed by bearded masks and terminating in shells, all on a triangular tray with kingfisher crest matched on the finial.
Provenance
Jonathan Trace, January 2003
Descended in the Fischer, Powell, and Bringhurst families of Philadelphia
Descended in the Fischer, Powell, and Bringhurst families of Philadelphia
Condition
kettle with engraved decoration rubbed and a few minor dings, 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.