Decorative Arts Auction

June 14, 2017

LOT 8

Lot 8

Set of Four George IV Silver Salt Cellars, Robert Garrard, London, 1823/25

Set of Four George IV Silver Salt Cellars, Robert Garrard, London, 1823/25
Lot 8 Details
Set of Four George IV Silver Salt Cellars, Robert Garrard, London, 1823/25

of circular form, cast with shells below shaped gadroon rims and raised on three lion’s mask and paw feet
diameter 3.8" — 9.6 cm.
39.7 oz. — 1235 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $3,840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with elephant’s head crests under the bellies, the earlier one with a different crest and a gilded interior; the same cellar with one slightly pushed in foot; otherwise substantially in good condition; all well marked under the bellies, one the earlier date

LOT 8
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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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