AN EXTENSIVE AMERICAN SILVER FAIRFAX PATTERN FLATWARE SET, GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI AND WHITING MFG. CO., NEW YORK, 20TH CENTURY |

engraved with initial B or RB, comprising:30 dinner knives30 dinner forks30 lunch knives32 lunch forks18 dessert knives18 butter spreaders30 salad forks18 terrapin forks6 ramekin forks30 teaspoons12 dessert spoons, 5 with chased bowls18 soup spoons12 small soup spoons18 bouillon spoons16 citrus spoons12 coffee spoons20 demitasse spoons42 iced tea spoons2 dessert forks4-piece carving set2 cold meat forks, in sizes1 lettuce forks4 serving spoons, in sizes2 pierced spatulas, in sizes 1 gravy ladle1 cheese knife1 pastry server3 jelly spoons3 master butter knives, in sizes1 lemon fork1 sugar sifter1 sugar tongs1 ice tongs1 tea strainer1 bottle opener1 child's fork423 pieces, with two fitted wood cases

some pieces unengraved; most with general light surface wear from use; 8 dinner knives with numerous surface nicks to handles and 1 with split to seam and 1 with deep scratches revealing pitch; 18 salad forks & 4 demitasse spoons with gilt bowls; 12 of the soup spoons are smaller than the rest; 5 of the dessert spoons have chased bowls; otherwise set 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.

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