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A Victorian Silver-gilt Dessert Flatware Service, Robert Garrard / George William Adams, London, 1843
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- the front decorated with interlaced tendrils and husks topped by grapevine, the backs with interlaced ribbons suspended from crossed fronds enclosing crest, comprising:
thirty-six dessert knives with silver-gilt blades, Thurston Cook, London, 1843
thirty-six dessert forks
thirty-six dessert spoons
thirty-six ice cream spoons
eight berry spoons
four ice cream spades
two grape shears
two cream ladles
two sugar sifters
four salt spoons
166 pieces, in two fitted wood boxes - silver, wood
Condition
knives with handles separating from blades, otherwise very good condition, minimal wear and handsome pattern
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.