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A collection of silver pepperettes and casters, the majority London, 1751-1936, various makers, the majority London, 1751-1936
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Silver
a pair of egg-shaped pepperettes, gilt interiors, John Emes, 1804, 7.7cm., 3in. high; a pair of vase-shaped pepperettes, square pedestal bases, maker’s mark double struck, 1800, 15cm., 6in. high; two small casters or pepperettes, vase-shaped, one Thomas Daniell, 1786, the other maker’s mark rubbed, 1796; a pair of Britannia standard octagonal sugar casters in early 18th century style, Carrington & Co. Ltd., 1913/14, 19.5cm., 7 3/4in. high; a baluster sugar caster, William Comyns & Sons Ltd., 1936, 20.4cm., 8 1/4in. high; a vase-shaped wirework caster, applied ribbon-tied drapery, blue glass liner, The Goldsmiths’ & Silversmiths’ Co. Ltd., 1909, 17.5cm., 6 7/8in. high, all London; and a Scottish caster, the baluster body engraved with a crest and motto, Assay Master Hugh Gordon, Edinburgh, 1751, 15.7cm., 6 1/4in. high
Condition
Generally good condition with clear marks and no obvious repairs. One with a couple of bruises to the body and another with a split. Some with wear to crests.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."