Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 54

Lot 54

English Silver Punch Bowl, Josiah Williams & Co., London, 1939

English Silver Punch Bowl, Josiah Williams & Co., London, 1939
Lot 54 Details
English Silver Punch Bowl, Josiah Williams & Co., London, 1939

of hemispherical form on a circular pedestal foot, repoussé and engraved with curved flutes and panels of flowering foliage alternately
height 7" — 17.9 cm., diameter 10.8" — 27.5 cm.
37.6 oz. — 1169 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with bird’s head crest and motto VIGET IN CINERE VERTUS; in good condition; well marked at the rim

LOT 54
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  • 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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