Lot 704
  • 704

A GEORGE IV SILVER-GILT GENTLEMAN’S DRESSING SET, PAUL STORR, LONDON, 1820-21 |

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • length of box 14 1/2 in.
  • 37 cm
with chased flower and scroll borders, engraved with Old English initials CBI, comprising: four circular boxes with slip-on covers, beaker, funnel with box-form base, three rectangular boxes with pierced covers, square box with slip-on cover, rectangular box with hinged cover, fully marked. Together with three cut-glass bottles with silver-gilt covers by Mary Troby, also 1821; all in fitted mahogany box with two velvet-lined trays, 15 pieces

Condition

Some pieces with some wear to high spots and initials, small repairs to pierced panels, gilding later, 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.