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GEORGE III FISHSKIN KNIFE BOX WITH SILVERED-METAL MOUNTS, CIRCA 1760
Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description
- wood, blue shark shagreen, silver
- Height 14 in.
Containing a set of twelve silver pistol-handled knives and twelve matching forks, by John Lambe of London, c. 1760.
Provenance
Leather Bucket, Philadelphia, 2002.
Condition
3 forks with splitting to handles, 3 forks with patch repairs to handles, 2 knives with patch repairs to handles, 7 knives with minor losses to silver on handles; case with typical wear to interior, shagreen with a few minor losses
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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.