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An assembled Georgian silver-gilt and hardstone flatware service, London, late 18th and early 19th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- silver, hardstone
comprising:
24 Old English Thread pattern crested dessert spoons, makers include Richard Crossley, William Chawner and others, most 1784/87 and later
24 table knives with carved agate handles by Moses Brent, 1811
24 forks with carved agate handles, maker's mark RP, 1817/18
72 pieces
24 Old English Thread pattern crested dessert spoons, makers include Richard Crossley, William Chawner and others, most 1784/87 and later
24 table knives with carved agate handles by Moses Brent, 1811
24 forks with carved agate handles, maker's mark RP, 1817/18
72 pieces
Condition
a number of the agate handles with minor nicks/chips; 1 knife handle with repaired break; 5 knives and 3 forks with blades/tines slightly loose; spoons with different crests: 17 with stag crests, 6 with lion, and 1 with bird; overall good condition
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.