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Lot 301
  • 301

William Hornby, Tessiers and other Makers

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of eleven model dogs
  • silver
  • tallest: 14cm., 5½in.
20th Century and later

silver, electroplate



comprising the following silver: a small retriever, William Hornby, London, 1902; a bull terrier and a bulldog, Tessiers, 26 New Bond Street; the remainder filled silver or electroplate including a Borzoi mounted on hardstone base

Condition

The borzoi lacking two nuts.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."