Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 9

Lot 9

Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century

Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century
Lot 9 Details
Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century

length 21.5" — 54.5 cm.

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Additional Images
Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century
  • Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century
  • Pair of Silver Mounted Antelope Horn Toasting Forks, late 19th century
Provenance:

Richard G. Meech Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with initials A over P&J; in good condition; apparently not marked

LOT 9
×

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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.