Lot 440
  • 440

Two Irish silver waiters, Cork, circa 1760

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Silver
  • diameters approx. 7 3/4 in.
  • 19.7cm
one with shaped and fluted border and shell and scroll rim, flat-chased with grapevine and rococo ornament including contemporary arms, by William Reynolds; the second with shaped gadroon rim and three paw feet, engraved with later arms, the base with contemporary intials JD and weight, by George Hodder.  Together with a fluted dish,  bearing Dublin marks for 1719, reshaped c. 1750; 3 pieces

Condition

the first with slight surface wear, feet probably reattached, otherwise good; the second as noted re: arms, otherwise good; the last with repairs and as noted re: reshaping
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.
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Catalogue Note

The arms on the Reynolds waiter are probably those of Atkins. The arms on the Hodder waiter are probably those of Rose.