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A George IV Silver Tankard and George III Entreé Dish and Cover, Edward Fernell / maker's mark IP, London, 1780 / 1800
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- tankard marked on base and cover, entree dish marked on side and cover
- height of tankard 8 1/8 in., length of dish 12 1/4 in.
- 20.5cm, 31.1cm
the tankard tapered cylindrical, applied with reeded bands and engraved with crest in a bright-cut oval of running laurel; the oval entreé dish with gadroon borders, conforming cover with acorn finial, dish and cover engraved with crest in buckled reserve, cover also with presentation inscription
Condition
tankard probably lacqured, good condition; entree dish with scratches from use, cover with finial no-longer removable, otherwise 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
The presentation inscription on the entree dish cover reads: "Presented by the Royal Academy to George Dance Esqr. R.A. In grateful acknowledgement of his disinterested Services as Auditor."