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Decorative Arts Auction

June 19, 2013

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LOT 24

Lot 24

Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762

Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762
Lot 24 Details
Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762

in a red velvet lined shagreen case with silver mounts
height 5.9" — 15 cm.
25.1 oz. — 781 grams

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $19,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762
  • Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762
  • Pair of George III Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddies and Covered Sugar Bowl, Samuel Taylor, London, 1762
Provenance:

Property from the Estate of Robertson Davies, Toronto; receipt from William Walter, London, 1966

CONDITION DETAILS

The bowl has been pushed down slightly, possibly resulting in minor cracks to solder join of bowl and base; centre of a flowerhead on the cover has minor repair; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked under bases and inside covers; the case is missing its four claw and ball feet and some shagreen is lifting slightly at the front; small losses and other minor signs of distress, generally showing its age a bit; only the hinges are marked (IW?)

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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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