A George IV Silver Condiment-Set by Jonathan Hayne, London, 1828

shaped oblong and on four tapering foliage and flower-cast feet, with similar border, the reeded supports for the eight cut glass bottles raised on foliage and flower-cast feet and with similar handle, three of the bottles with silver mounts, engraved with initials, in painted wood box the condiment-set 21cm wide, weighable silver 20oz 6dwt, 632gr

Fully marked under base and further part marked on bottle mounts and on bottle supports. There is some wear to the marks, though each is 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 and the engraving. There are some chips to the bottles overall. There is some loss to the painted decoration on the box. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. 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 prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. 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. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.