Lot 364
  • 364

AN AMERICAN SILVER SUGAR BASKET, BAILEY & CO., PHILADELPHIA, MID-19TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • marked on base BAILEY&CO / STERLING / CHESTNUT and with pseudo hallmarks including elephant, shield, eagle, and U. 
  • height 8 1/2 in.
  • 21.6 cm
in circa 1775 style, pierced with spiraled foliage, fitted with a glass liner.

Provenance

Jonathan Trace, January 1999

Condition

sides with some dents, oval reserve with engraving removed
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.