Lot 1110
  • 1110

AN ASSEMBLED VICTORIAN SILVER FLATWARE SERVICE, MOSTLY GEORGE ADAMS, LONDON, CIRCA 1840-1874 |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

King's pattern, engraved with various monograms and crests, comprising:36 dinner forks36 dessert forks36 tablespoons36 dessert spoons29 teaspoons1 soup ladle1 pair of large tongs2 engraved fish servers2 salad servers4 serving spoons4 sauce ladles2 master butter knives2 bonbon spoons1 sugar sifter18 cheese knives, SheffieldTogether with:36 dinner knives, modern30 lunch knives, modern276 pieces

Condition

various monograms and crests, some with engraving removed; some wear from use Victorian knives with many small dings and cuts, stains to close-plated blades otherwise good, nice large set in useful numbers, with good servers
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.