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A Pair of George III Silver Candlesticks, Henry Hallsworth, London, 1776
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- marked on bases and nozzles, undersides engraved with weights 20 = 14 1/2 , 21 = 9 1/2
- silver
- height 10 1/4 in.
- 26cm
on square bases with beaded borders, the circular wills rising to partly fluted baluster stems topped by circular shoulders chased with leaves, banded campana form sconces, bases and detachable nozzles crested, base rims engraved " At the Launch of his MAJESTY'S Sloop FLY of 14 Guns & 300 Tons the 14th Sepr. 1776. Built by Mr. GEO. WHITE of Sheerness"
Condition
slight overall wear, engraved inscriptions good, nice model, overall 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
The sloop HMS Fly was ordered on 1 August 1775, built by George White of the Sheerness Dockyard to a design by Sir John Williams. Her keel was laid in January 1776, and she was completed in October of that year. At a length 96ft 7in. Fly was primarily used as an escort during the French Revolutionary Wars, yet was responsible for the capture of three privateers during her tenure. On September 17, 1801 she sailed from Portsmouth to escort a convoy headed for Newfoundland. In January 1802 she floundered and was lost with all hands off Cape Flattery, Newfoundland.