A SILVER-GILT PAPER KNIFE WITH BLOODSTONE HANDLE, RETAILED BY STORR & MORTIMER, CIRCA 1840
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A SILVER-GILT PAPER KNIFE WITH BLOODSTONE HANDLE, RETAILED BY STORR & MORTIMER, CIRCA 1840
the flattened faceted bloodstone handle with embossed collar of scrolling and stiff foliage, the plain blade rising from applied chased flowering plants and engraved surround, in fitted burgundy-coloured morocco case, the cream-coloured velvet and silk lined interior with printed paper label: 'STORR and MORTIMER 156, New Bond St FACTORY 17, Harrison St Gray's Inn Rd'
(2)
knife, 19.5cm., 7 5/8in. long
velvet, silk, stone
Condition Report:
The condition of the knife is good, with a few very minor scuffs to blade; the blade is very slightly bent. The case is in good condition apart from minor scuffs; the interior is a little soiled.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A SILVER-GILT PAPER KNIFE WITH BLOODSTONE HANDLE, RETAILED BY STORR & MORTIMER, CIRCA 1840
the flattened faceted bloodstone handle with embossed collar of scrolling and stiff foliage, the plain blade rising from applied chased flowering plants and engraved surround, in fitted burgundy-coloured morocco case, the cream-coloured velvet and silk lined interior with printed paper label: 'STORR and MORTIMER 156, New Bond St FACTORY 17, Harrison St Gray's Inn Rd'
(2)
knife, 19.5cm., 7 5/8in. long
velvet, silk, stone
Condition Report:
The condition of the knife is good, with a few very minor scuffs to blade; the blade is very slightly bent. The case is in good condition apart from minor scuffs; the interior is a little soiled.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
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