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A George III silver meat dish, Frederick Kandler, London, 1766
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base, engraved with scratch weights 78=16 and 78=9
- silver
- length 21 3/8 in.
- 54.3 cm
with shaped gadroon rim, engraved with arms in rococo cartouche and mirror cypher JW?
Condition
surface scratches from use, engravings rubbed, 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 are those of Frances, second wife and widow of Sir William Williams-Wynn, 3rd Baronet of Wynnstay. Frances, whom he married in 1741, was daughter of George Shakerley of Gwersylit, and she died in 1803. He died from a fall from his horse in 1749. He was succeeded by his son of the same name, 4th Baronet, M.P. for Denbigh, who married in 1769 Lady Henrietta Somerset, 5th daughter of Charles, 4th Duke of Beaufort, and secondly Charlotte, daughter of the Rt. Hon. George Grenville, sister of the Marquess of Buckingham and aunt of the first Duke of Buckingham.