FRENCH SILVER FLATWARE SET, 18TH CENTURY
FRENCH SILVER FLATWARE SET, 18TH CENTURY
all with a floral design on the handle, each marked with maker's mark and initials GW, all in cloth lined box, the exterior with gilt foliate detailing, comprising:
a) carving knife; length: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.), total weight: 31.00 g (1.1 oz)
b) slotted serving spoon; length: 16 cm (6 1/4 in.), total weight: 30.28 g (1.1 oz)
c) slotted serving spatula; length: 17 cm (6 3/4 in.), total weight: 33.43 g (1.2 oz.)
d) carving fork; length: 17 cm (6 3/4 in.), total weight: 30.51 g (1.1 oz), total weight of full set: 125.22 g (4.42 oz).
CONDITION
The set appears in age-appropriate condition. Tarnishing visible to each, most notably to the slotted serving spatula and carving fork. In the interior of the box, the cloth has a small rip, and standing. Consistent with age and use.
N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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FRENCH SILVER FLATWARE SET, 18TH CENTURY
all with a floral design on the handle, each marked with maker's mark and initials GW, all in cloth lined box, the exterior with gilt foliate detailing, comprising:
a) carving knife; length: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.), total weight: 31.00 g (1.1 oz)
b) slotted serving spoon; length: 16 cm (6 1/4 in.), total weight: 30.28 g (1.1 oz)
c) slotted serving spatula; length: 17 cm (6 3/4 in.), total weight: 33.43 g (1.2 oz.)
d) carving fork; length: 17 cm (6 3/4 in.), total weight: 30.51 g (1.1 oz), total weight of full set: 125.22 g (4.42 oz).
CONDITION
The set appears in age-appropriate condition. Tarnishing visible to each, most notably to the slotted serving spatula and carving fork. In the interior of the box, the cloth has a small rip, and standing. Consistent with age and use.
N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.