Lot 37
  • 37

A GROUP OF AMERICAN SILVER SERVERS, CIRCA 1900 |

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • length of longest 12 1/4 in.
  • 31.2 cm
comprising 2 salad servers and 1 serving spoon with hibiscus, 2 serving spoons with water lilies, 1 punch ladle with lilies, all by Whiting; 2 salad servers in Iris pattern by Durgin Co.; 1 serving spoon with hibiscus by R. Blackinton & Co.; 2 salad servers with roses by Alvin Mfg. Co.; 1 serving spoon with daffodils by Towle. Together with 2 serving spoons with chrysanthemum bowls, possibly Chinese Export, one stamped Sterling, the other K&K and with Chinese characters, 14 pieces

Condition

all in good condition with general signs of wear from use: gilding lightly rubbed, decoration softened at high spots, and light surface scratches
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.