Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 38

Lot 38

Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60

Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60
Lot 38 Details
Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60

six with moulded scroll and shell backed bowls, contained in a fitted case
length 5" — 12.8 cm.
6.5 oz. — 201 grams

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60
  • Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60
  • Twelve George II Silver Rococo ‘Bearded Mask’ Tea Spoons, Benjamin Brewood and William Wooller (probably), London, c.1755-60

CONDITION DETAILS

Six (Brewood) spoons have the moulded bowls and are engraved with a crest on the back of the terminals; substantially in good condition - the Brewood spoons are a little more crisp; all are marked with lion passant and maker’s mark only

LOT 38
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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