A George III Silver Butter-Dish and Cover by Samuel Roberts, George Cadman and Co., Sheffield, 1821

the dish circular and with gadrooned border, the cover domed with loop handle, each piece engraved with the crest of Walker the dish 20.5cm diameter, total weight 22oz 2dwt, 688gr (2) Provenance: Property of Lady Walker, Isle of Man.

Marked on base and cover. There is wear to the marks but each is generally still legible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points. There are some very obvious bruises to the cover. The handle is pushed down somewhat into the cover. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.