A pair of George IV silver oval meat-dishes, Benjamin Smith, London, 1823
A pair of George IV silver oval meat-dishes, Benjamin Smith, London, 1823
shaped oval, the gadrooned border with acanthus leaves and shells at intervals, the border engraved with a coat-of-arms
59.7cm, 9,348 g. ; 23 1/3 in., 301 oz
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Paire de plats ovales en argent par Benjamin Smith, Londres, 1823
de forme chantournée, les bords godronnés ornés de feuilles d'acanthe et de coquilles, le marli gravé d'armoiries
59,7 cm, 9,348 g.; 23⅓ in., 301 oz
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Condition Report:
In overall good condition. Usual minor scratches commensurate with use.
Very good weight, legible marks under the border.
"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."
Provenance:
Christie's, London, Important Silver Including a Collection of Viennese Silver-Gilt Mounted Hardstone Works of Art, 25 November 2008, lot 187
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A pair of George IV silver oval meat-dishes, Benjamin Smith, London, 1823
shaped oval, the gadrooned border with acanthus leaves and shells at intervals, the border engraved with a coat-of-arms
59.7cm, 9,348 g. ; 23 1/3 in., 301 oz
(2)
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Paire de plats ovales en argent par Benjamin Smith, Londres, 1823
de forme chantournée, les bords godronnés ornés de feuilles d'acanthe et de coquilles, le marli gravé d'armoiries
59,7 cm, 9,348 g.; 23⅓ in., 301 oz
(2)
Condition Report:
In overall good condition. Usual minor scratches commensurate with use.
Very good weight, legible marks under the border.
"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."
Provenance:
Christie's, London, Important Silver Including a Collection of Viennese Silver-Gilt Mounted Hardstone Works of Art, 25 November 2008, lot 187