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A George III silver epergne, Thomas Pitts, London, 1765
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- silver
- 33cm., 13in. high
the pierced oval central basket supported on an openwork floral decorated frame, four detachable branches with four swing handled baskets, each basket engraved with a crest
Condition
Good clear marks throughout; rim of body fully marked, central basket fully marked to rim (maker's mark partially lost), and the four baskets part marked with lion passant and makers mark only. The arms apparently unmarked. The whole sits a little uneven on a flat surface. No obvious repairs or splits to the baskets. The main body with a couple of small casting splits/flaws to interior of foliate drapery. Good gauge. Typical light surface wear overall.
"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."