Decorative Arts Auction

December 06, 2017

LOT 112

Lot 112

Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Henry Chawner, London, 1794

Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Henry Chawner, London, 1794
Lot 112 Details
Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Henry Chawner, London, 1794

of oval shape on pedestal bases with reeded rims and scroll handles, the domed covers plain below vase finials, together with a pair of ladles
width 8.5" — 21.6 cm.
30.5 oz. — 950 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Both covers slightly turned at one end; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked under the bases and on the cover flanges; the thread pattern ladles by George Smith III & William Fearn, London, 1793 are engraved with a rampant lion crest

LOT 112
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  • 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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