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Two matching pairs of Royal George IV silver-gilt Dessert Stands, Philip Rundell / Paul Storr, London, 1820, 1829
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
marked on bases, baskets, collars, maidens, thyrsi, some parts lacking maker's mark
- silver
- height 10 3/8 in.
- 26.3cm
the circular "raffia" baskets with openwork running ivy borders, supported on the heads of three classically draped maidens holding ribbon-tied thyrsi, all on tripod bases engraved with Royal Ducal Badge and Coronet
Condition
one straight pair by Rundell, 1820, except for one figure and one thyrsus marked by Storr
the other pair marked for London, 1809, on bases, one collar and basket (the other basket stuck into collar but presumably the same), maker's mark removed on these parts. The figures and most thyrsi on the 1809 pair marked by Paul Storr.
repairs to undersides of ivy borders on 3 baskets, remains of lacquer and wear to gilding on all, missing some nuts;
Otherwise good, still very decorative and work well together
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.