Decorative Arts & Design

July 1015, 2021
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LOT 51

Lot 51

George IV Irish Silver Teapot, William Nolan for William Law, Dublin, 1825, and a Cream Jug and Sugar Basin, Benjamin Smith III, London, 1819

George IV Irish Silver Teapot, William Nolan for William Law, Dublin, 1825, and a Cream Jug and Sugar Basin, Benjamin Smith III, London, 1819
Lot 51 Details
George IV Irish Silver Teapot, William Nolan for William Law, Dublin, 1825, and a Cream Jug and Sugar Basin, Benjamin Smith III, London, 1819

57.1 oz. — 1775 grams

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

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CONDITION DETAILS

Teapot engraved with small initials TSM under the base; part of ivory finial is missing and the handle has typical minor cracks; a few very minor dents; otherwise substantially in good condition; all well marked - the teapot fully marked under the base, including LAW, and with duty mark only inside the cover - the cream jug and sugar basin both with maker's mark under the base and the four other marks on the side near handle

LOT 51
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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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