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Archibald Knox
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Archibald Knox
- "Tudric" Flagon, Model No. 0308
- impressed MADE/IN/ENGLAND/RD42751/TUDRIC/0308
- pewter and glass
glass executed by James Powell & Sons, Whitefriars
Literature
Liberty Pewter Sketch Book, Westminster City Archives, n.d., p. 308, no. 0308
Mervyn Levy, Liberty Style, The Classic Years, 1898-1910, London, 1986, pp. 110-111 and 118
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 117, fig. no. 100
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 98 (for a reproduction of the model in a Liberty & Co catalogue) and p. 188 (for a green glass version of the model)
Mervyn Levy, Liberty Style, The Classic Years, 1898-1910, London, 1986, pp. 110-111 and 118
Adrian J. Tilbrook, The Designs of Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co, London, 2000, p. 117, fig. no. 100
Stephen A. Martin, Archibald Knox, London, 2001, p. 98 (for a reproduction of the model in a Liberty & Co catalogue) and p. 188 (for a green glass version of the model)
Condition
Overall very good condition. A rare and elegant model, this pitcher has a very fluid shape accented with intricate detailing of the base and spout. The color of the glass body presents with a slightly more amber color when viewed in person when compared against the catalogue illustration. The pewter with a few faint surface scratches and a few isolated areas of oxidation and rubbing along the edges where frame meets the glass body and additionally at the perimeter of the base. There is one minor and very faint hairline crack to the metal base, possibly inherent, and visible in the catalogue illustration. This appears stable. There is some light surface dirt to the interior of the piece. The glass body with a few scattered air bubbles and irregularities, inherent in the making and a few scattered minor surface scratches. A nice example of the model with finely executed decoration.
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.