A SILVER TREASURY INKSTAND |

with bail handles and a double-hinged cover, engraved with arms, crest, and motto Che Sara Sara, one side with three compartments fitted with two silver-capped glass inkwells, bearing marks for Robert Hennell I, London, 1803. Together with two cigarette boxes with hinged covers and two-compartment wood interiors, the smaller engraved with crest and motto by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., London, 1901, the larger engraved with arms and motto by Birks, Montreal, 1943, 3 pieces

Phillips London, May 5, 1999, lot 188 (inkstand)

Hennell box with two feet dented, the glass bottles with some minor nicks to angle and one silver cap dated 1801, overall in good condition and nice heavy weight; Goldsmiths box with numerous small dents to angles and throughout and engraving rubbed; Birks box with a few shallow creases 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.
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.