Lot 75
  • 75

An extensive canteen of silver tableware, Barker Brothers Ltd., Birmingham and Sheffield, 1934-35

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver, Wood
  • cabinet 115.5cm., 45 1/2 in. high
comprising: 18 table forks, 4 table spoons, 18 soup spoons, 18 dessert forks, 18 dessert spoons, 18 fish forks, 18 fish knives, 18 fruit knives, 18 fruit forks, 18 cheese knives, 18 cheese forks, 18 teaspoons, 18 grapefruit spoons, 18 coffee spoons, 18 table knives, 18 cheese knives; both with steel blades, 2 pairs of salad severs, 4 pickle forks, 2 fruit salad servers, 1 soup ladle, 2 sauce ladles, 1 fish slice, a pair of fish servers, and a four-piece carving set, with steel blades and tine, all contained in a fitted oak 5-drawer cabinet, in the 17th century style (294)

Condition

Very good condition. minimal signs of wear. The cabinet with a few scuffs but generally very 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. 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."