Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 31

Lot 31

Pair George III Irish Silver Two-Handled Cups, Charles Townsend, Dublin, c.1770-75

Pair George III Irish Silver Two-Handled Cups, Charles Townsend, Dublin, c.1770-75
Lot 31 Details
Pair George III Irish Silver Two-Handled Cups, Charles Townsend, Dublin, c.1770-75

with wrythen fluted lower bodies, chased with flowering foliage and applied with leaf-capped scroll handles
height 6.4" — 16.3 cm.
28.2 oz. — 876 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

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

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with bird crests and initial S; one or two very minor dents; otherwise in substantially good condition; well-marked at the rims;

LOT 31
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  • 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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