Lot 86
  • 86

A George III and George IV silver Kings pattern flatware service, Paul Storr, London, 1812-29

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver, wood
comprising:
12 dinner knives, crested
12 dinner forks
12 lunch knives, crested
12 lunch forks
12 dessert spoons
12 tablespoons
2 small pierced ladles, one crested
74 pieces, in fitted wood case

Condition

all with wear to decoration- particularly on the knife handles; the uengraved pieces with engravings removed; one lunch knife with solder repair to handle; all knives with later blades; 5 lunch knives and 3 dinner knives with handles separating from blades; lunch knives all with matching crests, 10 dinner knives with matching crests and 2 of another crest (all different from crests on lunch knives)
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.