A GROUP OF FOUR ENGLISH SILVER PHOTOGRAPH FRAMES, BIRMINGHAM, 1909-29 |

the first in Louis XVI style with reeded borders and garlands by Joseph Gloster Ltd., 1909; the second with reeded and foliate borders by John Troup & Sons, 1916; the third with arched crest and chased with fruit swags by Walker & Hall, 1911; the last with blue guilloche enamel frame by Sanders & Mackenzie, 1929

Sotheby's New York, March 19, 1988, lot 14 (second)
Sotheby's New York, March 19, 1988, lot 11 (third)
Christie's South Kensington, November 22, 2005, lot 155 (fourth)

all with some minor dings to silver; the first with wear and losses to leather on back; the second lacking the pins for the silver and has been glued down in spots; the second and third both with wear and losses to velvet on backs; otherwise all in 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.
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.