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An Edwardian silver-gilt dessert set, Francis Higgins & Son, retailed by Arthur & Co., London, 1906
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- comprising:
12 dessert knives
12 dessert forks
12 dessert spoons
36 pieces, in fitted mahogany case
the stems formed as putto emerging from grapevine
Condition
good condition, wood case with crack to front right corner and some staining; unusual pattern nicely presented
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Francis Higgins used this pattern on a christening set of 1862-63, illustrated Ian Pickford, Silver Flatware: English, Irish and Scottish 1660-1980, fig. 367.