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A Pair of George IV Silver Vegetable Dishes, Covers and Sheffield-Plated Warming Stands, Paul Storr, London, 1827
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- marked on dishes, covers and finials, dishes stamped Storr & Mortimer and 234, dishes and covers numbered 1,2, liners numbered 1,4, one warming stand marked for T&J Creswick, Sheffield
- length of stands over handles 15in.
- 38.2cm
dishes of lobed circular form, the rims applied with shells and flower blossoms spaced by scrolling foliage, the conforming high domed covers with realistically modeled gherkin and pepper spray finials, dishes and covers engraved with crests, warming stands on shell and scroll feet topped with boars' heads, the loop handles terminating in berried foliage, removable plated liners
Condition
a few minor dings, marks slightly rubbed on dishes, one foot to plated stand resoldered, one cover does not fit tight to dish, otherwise good
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.