A SET OF TWENTY-FOUR GEORGE IV SILVER DINNER PLATES OF SCOTTISH INTEREST, PAUL STORR, LONDON, 1836 |

with gadroon rims and engraved with mirror cypher AO below crest

all with surface scratches and knife cuts from use, nearly all with minor dings or shallow creases to centers, 1 with larger crease to base rim, 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.

The monogram and crest is that of Oswald of Auchincruive, Co. Ayr, for Alexander Haldane Oswald Esq. (1811-1865), M.P for Ayr, who married Lady Maria Louisa Elizabeth Frederica, daughter of William, 1st Earl of Craven and widow of Sir George Frederck Johnstone, 7th Bart. of Westerhall.  The Oswalds had been patrons of Storr since the early 19th century, see for instance a pair of silver-gilt candelabra of 1808 sold Christie's, New York, May 2008, lot 145.