A Three-Piece George IV Silver Tea-Service by Joseph Angell, London, 1821
each piece compressed cylindrical and on spreading foot, the lower bodies part-fluted, with gadrooned borders, comprising a teapot, with slightly later ivory-insulated handle; a cream-jug and a sugar-bowl the teapot 28cm wide over handles, total gross weight 36oz 5dwt, 1,127gr (3) With non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number 76R4CFZH.
The teapot fully marked on side with London hallmarks for 1821-22. Further part marked inside cover and with a differing maker’s mark on handle. The cream-jug and sugar-bowl similarly marked. There is wear to the marks with some only just visible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is a repair to the bottom handle junction on the teapot and another to the body behind the handle. There are some bruises. There are some cracks and staining to the ivory but no indication that the ivory has been added or restored in any way. 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.
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each piece compressed cylindrical and on spreading foot, the lower bodies part-fluted, with gadrooned borders, comprising a teapot, with slightly later ivory-insulated handle; a cream-jug and a sugar-bowl the teapot 28cm wide over handles, total gross weight 36oz 5dwt, 1,127gr (3) With non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number 76R4CFZH.
The teapot fully marked on side with London hallmarks for 1821-22. Further part marked inside cover and with a differing maker’s mark on handle. The cream-jug and sugar-bowl similarly marked. There is wear to the marks with some only just visible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is a repair to the bottom handle junction on the teapot and another to the body behind the handle. There are some bruises. There are some cracks and staining to the ivory but no indication that the ivory has been added or restored in any way. 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.
