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A George II Silver Meat Platter, Paul Crespin, London, 1744
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- marked on underside, engraved No. 2 and scratch weight 55=3=2
- length 17 1/8 in.
- 43.5cm
shaped oval, the gadroon rim with leaf-tips at intervals, border engraved on one side with arms flanked by leafy branches and a baron's coronet on the other
Provenance
The arms are those of Irby for Sir William Irby, 1st Baron Boston (1707-1775).
Condition
barons coronet slightly later (circa 1761), center with some scratches 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
William Irby (1707-1775) was raised to the peerage as Baron Boston on 10 April 1761, and filled several high offices about the court during the reigns of George I and George II.