- 738
A pair of George III silver meat platters, James Young, London, 1791
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked underneath rims, the pair numbered 12 and 13 and with scratch weights 28=7 and 27=15
- Silver
- length of pair 13 1/8 in.; length of largest 14 1/4 in.
- 33.3 cm; 36.2 cm
plain oval with gadroon rim, engraved with arms under a baron's coronet. Together with a similar crested platter by Garrard & Co., London, 1863. 3 pieces.
Condition
all with extensive scratches to surface from use, the pair with engravings rubbed, one with small ding to surface, 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 on the pair are those of Liddell, probably for Thomas Henry, 1st Baron Ravensworth, born 1775, created Baron in 1821, and died in 1855.