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Decorative Arts Auction

December 14, 2011

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LOT 257

Lot 257

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales (King Edward VII), Gold Mounted Baleen Dressage Whip, Cased, c.1870

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales (King Edward VII), Gold Mounted Baleen Dressage Whip, Cased, c.1870
Lot 257 Details
Albert Edward, Prince of Wales (King Edward VII), Gold Mounted Baleen Dressage Whip, Cased, c.1870

the tapered shaft with braided lash, lacquered gold collar bearing cypher of the Prince of Wale monogrammed AE and surmounted by cap modelled as three plumes encircled by St. Edward's crown, the fitted red leather case with further monogrammed cypher and makers name Hunt & Roskell, Late Storr & Mortimer, Jewellers & Goldsmiths to the Queen and Royal Family, 156, New Bond Street
length 37.5" — 95.3 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $7,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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