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A Charles II silver two-handled covered bowl, maker's mark WC escallop below, London, 1668
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silver
- 19cm., 7 1/2 in. over handles
circular, the bowl with stylised tulip strap-work and rope-twist handles, the flat-dome cover with rope-twist rim, similar strap-work and stylised entwined serpent handle, on a spreading circular foot with rope-twist girdle, engraved crests
Condition
Good clear marks to underside. The cover also fully rubbed, a bit rubbed, date letter partially lost. The crests probably later. The rope-twisting to the cover rim and girdle with a couple of small old silver solder repairs. Nice gauge. A little bright. Good for 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."
Catalogue Note
Although this mark does not appear in Jackson's, a silver snuffers and tray bearing the same marks and dating to 1670, were sold Sotheby's London, 24 April 1930, lot 128.