Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 57

Lot 57

Assembled George III and Later Silver Bright-Cut Engraved Pattern Flatware, 1790-1932

Assembled George III and Later Silver Bright-Cut Engraved Pattern Flatware, 1790-1932
Lot 57 Details
Assembled George III and Later Silver Bright-Cut Engraved Pattern Flatware, 1790-1932

comprising sixty pieces:
12 table forks, Edward Thomason, Birmingham, 1828 (6) and Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater, London, 1843 (6)
12 dessert forks, James & Josiah Williams, Exeter, 1863 (6) and Robert Pringle & Sons, London, 1932 (6)
12 table spoons, various makers, Dublin, 1798-1837
12 dessert spoons, William Eley, William Fearn & William Chawner, London, 1790 (6) and William Eley & William Fearn, London, 1799 (6)
12 tea spoons, various makers, Dublin, 1820-27

89.4 oz. — 2782 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,845
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Assembled George III and Later Silver Bright-Cut Engraved Pattern Flatware, 1790-1932
  • Assembled George III and Later Silver Bright-Cut Engraved Pattern Flatware, 1790-1932

CONDITION DETAILS

Four table spoons engraved with a crest; substantially in good condition; mainly well marked, though makers’ marks on Exeter forks are very weak to non-existant

LOT 57
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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