Lot 55
  • 55

A set of twelve Victorian silver soup plates, Alfred Benson & Arthur Henry Benson for Hunt & Roskell, London, 1896

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on bases and stamped HUNT & ROSKELL / LATE STORR & MORTIMER / 1469
  • silver
  • diameter 9 3/4 in.
  • 24.8 cm
with shaped molded rims, the borders engraved with arms

Condition

minor surface scratches from use, 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.
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Catalogue Note

The arms are those of Stourton, for Charles Botolph Joseph Stourton, Lord Stourton, Lord Mowbray, Lord Segrave and Baron Stourton, born 1867, married in 1893 Mary, only daughter and heir of Thomas Angus Constable of the Manor House, Otley, co. York, by Elizabeth Ducarel daughter of Henri Pierre, 3rd Marquis de la Pasture. He died in 1936.