Lot 834
  • 834

A group of eighteen English parcel-gilt silver and enamel surprise eggs, Stuart Devlin, London, 1968-87

Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on bases and covers
  • silver, enamel
  • lengths from 2 3/8 to 2 7/8 in.
  • 6 to 7.3 cm
each opening to reveal a scene, most enameled, comprising: one with three flowers on springs, 1968; a jack-in-the-box, 1972; a kangaroo with joey, 1974; a frog among cattails, with matching stand, 1975; Little Bo Peep, 1975;  a hummingbird with flowers, 1977; a rocking chair and mouse climbing a grandfather clock, 1978; a hedgehog, 1978; a flower bouquet, 1979; an articulated turtle, 1979; a solid egg with chick hatching, 1979; a Prince of Wales crown with inscription H.R.H. Prince Charles and Lady Diana, 1981; hatching eggs in a nest, 1982; an angler with swordfish, 1985; three magi and baby Jesus, 1986; a cat and mouse with ball of yarn, 1986; two angels playing instruments, 1988; and a frog on lily pads, 1987

Condition

swordfish egg and musical angel egg with scenes a little loose in base; frog with cattails with some reeds loose; egg with chick emerging with dent to back of egg; others in good condition
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.
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