Decorative Arts Auction

June 15, 2011

LOT 22

Lot 22

English Silver Tea Service, Elkington & Co., Birmingham, 1913-17

English Silver Tea Service, Elkington & Co., Birmingham, 1913-17
Lot 22 Details
English Silver Tea Service, Elkington & Co., Birmingham, 1913-17

comprising five pieces:
teapot
hot water pot, height 10.2" — 26 cm.
cream jug
sugar basket
tray, length 24.3" — 61.7 cm.

139.1 oz. — 4327 grams

Estimate $3,000-$4,000

Realised: $4,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

One or two minor dents are not significant; thumb-piece on teapot wooden handle partly missing; all well marked, except worn on side of hot water pot

LOT 22
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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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