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A large George II silver salver, Elizabeth Godfrey, London, 1746
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
- 69.5cm, 27 1/4 in diameter
shaped circular with shell and scroll moulded border, the centre engraved with scrolling foliage and latticework, rosette scroll supports, armorial engraved with surrounding inscription: presented with other Plate and Furniture of the value of £664. to Henry William Deacon Esqr. by his numerous Friends on his retirement from the Mastership of the H.H. as a token of their esteem and regard and of their appreciation of the courteous and sportsmanlike manner in which he has hunted the country for the last 22 years. May 1884, case
Provenance
The arms are those of Deacon of London and Longcross House, Glamorganshire, impaling those of Pitman of Dunchideock, Devon with a mark of cadence for the second son, presumably for Henry William Deacon master of the Heythrop Hunt who was the recipient.
Condition
Central cartouche section patched, chasing, engraving and marks crisp, large attractive salver.
"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."