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A pair of George III silver vegetable dishes and covers, Wakelin & Taylor, London, 1780
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, numbered 3 & 4 and with scratch weights
- Silver
- diameter 10 5/8 in.
- 27cm
shaped circular dishes with gadroon rims, octagonal wells with conforming domed covers, engraved with contemporary arms and later Morgan crest
Provenance
Sarah Spencer Morgan, sister of J.P. Morgan, and by descent.
Condition
lids do not fit tight, one lid with minor dings, scratches to interiors from use, 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 Fane, Earls of Westmorland, for John, 10th Earl of Westmorland (1759-1841). He succeeded in 1774, and in 1782 eloped with one of the great heiresses of his day, Sarah Child, daughter of the banker Robert Child, of Osterley Park. The earl was a Knight of the Garter, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland 1789-95, Master of the Horse 1795-98, and Lord of the Privy Seal for nearly 30 years.