An Edward VII Silver Basket by Asprey and Co. Ltd., London, 1924
in the George III style, shaped circular and with shell and foliage-heightened gadrooned border, on domed foot with gadrooned border, with wirework sides, the domed centre engraved with a badge and the rim engraved with an inscription 28.5cm diameter, 10cm high, 25oz 2dwt, 780gr The inscription at the rim reads 'J. E. Rawson from Two Steeples Limited after 50 years of serivce 1949'.
Fully marked near rim. There is some minor wear to the marks. There is some overall minor surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. 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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in the George III style, shaped circular and with shell and foliage-heightened gadrooned border, on domed foot with gadrooned border, with wirework sides, the domed centre engraved with a badge and the rim engraved with an inscription 28.5cm diameter, 10cm high, 25oz 2dwt, 780gr The inscription at the rim reads 'J. E. Rawson from Two Steeples Limited after 50 years of serivce 1949'.
Fully marked near rim. There is some minor wear to the marks. There is some overall minor surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. 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.
