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The Order of the Garter: A Pair of Regency silver entree dishes and covers, John Mewburn, London, 1811
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases and covers, numbered 1 and 4, later handles unmarked
- Silver
- length 11 3/4 in.
- 29.8cm
rectangular with gadroon borders, slip-lock handles, each cover engraved with arms under bishop's mitre and within the Garter, matched on dishes around initial S, each cover also engraved with the arms of the Order of the Garter under ribbons engraved "The Earl of Dartmouth" and "The Duke of Portland"
Condition
some overall wear, interiors with scratches from use, as noted regarding handles; otherwise good
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 arms are those of John Fisher, 1748-1825, chaplain to George III, preceptor to Charlotte, Princess Royal in 1805, bishop of Exeter and Salisbury and chancellor of The Order of the Garter, friend and patron of John Constable. He is buried in St. George's Chapel, Windsor and there is a monument to him in Salisbury Cathedral.