Lot 158
  • 158

Two George III silver 'Claret' and 'Sherry' labels, Phipps & Robinson, London, 1796 and 1813

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Silver
  • 4.5cm; 1 3/4 in. wide
octagonal with reeded rims surmounted by a shield engraved with a ship's stern, together with another, 'Bronte' without central shield, engraved 'N' below a viscount's coronet and 'B' below an Earl's coronet, and four further George III/IV silver wine labels, London 1815-1829, engraved 'Sherry', 'Madeira', 'Port' and 'Claret'

Provenance

Sotheby’s London, Trafalgar: Nelson and the Napoleonic Wars, 5 October 2005, lot 111; where acquired by the present owner.

Condition

Good condition and marks throughout.
"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."