Lot 285
  • 285

GROUP OF STAFFORDSHIRE AGATEWARE FLATWARE CIRCA 1750-60

Estimate
1,800 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Length of knife handles 3 1/2 in.
Comprising four large knives, a four-tined fork, two three-tined forks and a two-tined fork. 8 pieces.

Provenance

Two three-tined forks, two-tined fork and four-tined fork: Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, Collection of Dr. and Mrs. Warren Baker, April 24, 1982, lot 108;
Art Trading Limited, New York.

Condition

Please note that the utensils have not been examined out of the mounts. Some occasional discoloration. Otherwise in generally good condition, except: Large knives: Two are extensively restored and oversprayed. Four-tined fork: has been broken in half and restored back. Two three-tined forks: one broken in half and restored back. Two-tined fork: broken in half and restored back.
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.