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A George IV silver two-handled tray, Paul Storr, London, 1820
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base
- silver
- length over handles 28 in.
- 71.1 cm
of good weight, shaped rectangular with shell and acanthus rims, engraved with matching cartouche enclosing foliate name ARTHURS on azure ground.
Condition
minor dings and surface scratches, otherwise good condition, nice heavy weight
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
Arthurs was a London gentlemen's club founded in 1811 and disbanded in 1940 due to financial pressures. The clubhouse, built in 1827 and located at 69 St. James's Street, was acquired in 1941 by the Carlton Club after their own clubhouse suffered a direct hit from a bomb.