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Decorative Arts Auction

December 06, 2017

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LOT 121

Lot 121

George IV Silver Tea Service, Benjamin Smith II and William Stroud, London, 1820-23

George IV Silver Tea Service, Benjamin Smith II and William Stroud, London, 1820-23
Lot 121 Details
George IV Silver Tea Service, Benjamin Smith II and William Stroud, London, 1820-23

comprising four pieces, moulded with fluted bands at the shoulders and raised each on four elaborate paw feet
hot water pot height 6.9" — 17.5 cm.
84.2 oz. — 2620 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $3,120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

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CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with a greyhound crest; teapot has a larger scraped area underneath than would be normally seen for assay; hot water pot is less sturdy and has a few minor dents; otherwise all in substantially good condition, the three-piece set is particularly good weight; all well marked - hot water pot is the 1820 date, by Smith and the three piece set by Stroud is 1821/22, the maker’s mark on the cream jug appears to have been overstruck by Smith

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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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