Lot 177
  • 177

A George III silver salver, James Morison, London, 1760

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • 57cm, 22.5 in
armorial engraved, shaped circular, with shell and scroll border, on three scroll feet, and with scratchweight 109 = 14

Condition

Wonderful engraving, overall 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

The arms are those of Harbin impaling Abington quartering Wyndham for Swayne Harbin (1718-1781) of Newton Surmaville, only son and heir of Wyndham Harbin (1685-1741) and his wife, Abigail (née Swayne), who married in 1760 Barbara (d. 1809), daughter and heiress of George Abington of Over Compton, co. Dorset, by his wife, Barbara, daughter of William Wyndham of Dinton, co. Wiltshire.