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A George III old English pattern silver straining spoon, Solomon Hougham, London, 1802
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Solomon Hougham, London, 1802
- Silver
- 31cm., 12in. long
engraved with Nelson crests; the first with star representing the Order of the Bath and naval crown surmounted by a duke's coronet, the second with motto 'Faith and Works' and ship's stern inscribed 'San Josef' surmounted by a baron's cap
Provenance
Vice-Admiral Horatio, Viscount Nelson K.B;
Catherine Matcham, his sister;
Thence by descent;
Sotheby’s London, Trafalgar: Nelson and the Napoleonic Wars, 5 October 2005, lot 27; where acquired by the present owner.
Catherine Matcham, his sister;
Thence by descent;
Sotheby’s London, Trafalgar: Nelson and the Napoleonic Wars, 5 October 2005, lot 27; where acquired by the present owner.
Exhibited
Formerly on loan to the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich
Condition
Good clear marks. Crisp engraving. 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. 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."