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Richard Hodd & Sons
Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description
- a set of eight silver-plated spirit lamps
- silver
- lamps: 15.5cm., 6 1/8 in. high; 63.5 by 44.5cm., 25. by 17½in.
London, circa 1860
silver plate
with eight lampshades, six associated glass funnel shades and a single ebonised wood base, cased in a green baise-lined fitted pine travelling chest, painted to the lid 'F. Chilton R.N.'
silver plate
with eight lampshades, six associated glass funnel shades and a single ebonised wood base, cased in a green baise-lined fitted pine travelling chest, painted to the lid 'F. Chilton R.N.'
Condition
slight wear to silverplating at highlights. comprising also two wire shade holders.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
These charming silver plated spirit lamps in their original travelling case may be familiar to those who know Mark Birley's London club's well. They are like those used as atmospheric table lamps at many of the dining tables across the Birley group.