Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 58

Lot 58

Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44

Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44
Lot 58 Details
Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44

comprising eighty-six pieces:
12 table forks
12 table spoons
12 luncheon forks
12 table forks
12 tea spoons
2 gravy ladles
with twelve later table knives and twelve luncheon knives, all contained in a fitted oak canteen
128 oz. — 3982 grams

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $6,720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44
  • Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44
  • Victorian Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Flatware Service, mainly William Eaton, London, 1842-44

CONDITION DETAILS

All well matched and substantially in good condition; well marked:
12 table knives, Stanley Shapland, 1937
12 table forks, William Eaton, 1844 (6), George Adams, 1841 (5), William Chawner, 1829 (1)
12 table spoons, William Eaton, 1843 (5) and 1844 (7)
12 luncheon knives, Stanley Shapland, 1937
12 luncheon forks, William Eaton, 1844 (10), Joseph & Albert Savory, 1835 (2)
12 table forks, William Eaton, 1844
12 tea spoons, Henry & Henry Lias, 1867 (5) and 1870 (7)
2 gravy ladles, William Eaton, 1842

LOT 58
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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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