- 721
A set of twelve George III silver dinner plates, William Burwash & Richard Sibley, London, 1808
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on bases, numbered and with scratch weights: No. 7 / 19=0; No. 12 / 18=14; No. 18 / 18=14; No. 20 / 18=16; No. 23 / 18=14; No. 24 / 18=18; No. 35 / 14=8; No. 36 / 19=17; No. 41 / 18=0; No. 47 / 19=10; No. 59 / 19=13; No. 60 / 19=0
- silver
- diameter 9 3/4 in.
- 24.8 cm
circular with gadroon rims, engraved with contemporary arms and crest under earl's coronet
Condition
light surface scratches from use and engravings softened, 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 Gordon under an earl's coronet; the crest within the motto of the Order of the Thistle.