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A set of four large George III wine coasters, Paul Storr of Storr & Co. for Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, 1813
bidding is closed
Description
- silver, wood
- 17cm., 6 3/4 in. diameter
circular, the gadroon rim applied with anthemions and shells, the wood bases with silver bosses, each engraved with a crest, viscounts’ coronet and badge of the Order of the Bath
Condition
overall good condition apart from minor scratches commensurate with use. clear hallmarks.
"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
The crest is that of Whitworth for the British diplomat and politician Charles Whitworth (1752-1825), who in 1800 was elevated to the peerage as Baron Whitworth. In 1813 he was created Viscount Whitworth of Adbaston, Staffordshire, and further ennobled in 1815 as Earl Whitworth. Following a career in the army (1772-1783) he entered the diplomatic service and was Minister Plenipotentiary to Poland (1786-1788), Envoy Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Russia (1788-1800) before being despatched on special missions to Denmark (1800) and Paris (1802/03). He was later a member of the Board of Trade (from 1807 until his death) and Viceroy of Ireland (1813-1817). Lord Whitworth was married on 7 April 1801 to Arabella Diana, Dowager Duchess of Dorset (1767-1825), and died without issue at Knole on 13 May 1825.