AN EXTENSIVE EDWARD VII SILVER 342-PIECE FLATWARE SET, MAINLY JOHN BODMAN CARRINGTON, LONDON, 1902 |

engraved with an elephant-shaped crest ; comprising 47 table forks, 23 table spoons, 47 table knives, 29 dessert spoons, 28 dessert forks, 29 fruit knives, 18 fish forks, 18 fish knives, 18 cake forks, 6 marrow-scoops, 6 cream spoons, 24 oyster forks, 13 mocha spoons, 16 tea spoons, 4 mustard spoons, 16 serving pieces

Usual minor scratches, the three serving knives blades and three serving forks prongs rusted. Good weight, very complete set
"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."

This crest is probably that of Anderson or Eliot or Elliott or Sanders.