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A pair of George III silver entrée dishes, Robert & Thomas Makepeace, London, 1794
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- marked on sides, bases numbered 3 and 4 and with scratch weights 21=17 and 22=16
- Silver
- diameter 10 1/2 in.
- 26.7 cm
octagonal with gadroon rims, the sides crested
Condition
interior with scratches from use, overall good condition
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 crest and coronet are those of Amherst for Field Marshall, the Right Hon. Sir Jeffrey Amherst, K.B., P.C., born 1717, Commander in Chief of the British Army in North America from 1758-64, Governor of Virginia 1759-68 and of Guernsey 1770-79. He was created in 1776 Baron Amherst of Holmesdale, co. Kent, and in 1788 Baron Amherst of Montreal. He died without issue in 1797.