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A Set of Four George III Silver Circular Dishes with the Royal Badge, John Emes, London, 1800
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
fully marked on underside of borders
- diameter 11 1/2 in.
- 29.2cm
plain circular with deep wells, the borders engraved on one side with arms in a shield beneath a marquess's coronet and the Royal Badge on the opposite
Provenance
The engraved arms on one side of the border are those of Stuart for John Stuart, 4th Earl and 1st Marquess of Bute, 1744-1814, envoy to Turin 1779-83, ambassador to Spain 1783 and 1795-96. The opposite side of the border is engraved with the Royal Badge
Condition
minor scratches and scuffs from use, 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.
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
In 1800 he married as his second wife, Frances, 2nd daughter and co-heir of Thomas Coutts, the banker. The opposite side is engraved with the Royal Badge.