Decorative Arts & Design

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LOT 215

Lot 215

English Silver Plated and Carved Ivory Fish Service, probably George Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, late 19th century

English Silver Plated and Carved Ivory Fish Service, probably George Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, late 19th century
Lot 215 Details
English Silver Plated and Carved Ivory Fish Service, probably George Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, late 19th century

comprising sixteen pieces: 8 forks and 8 knives, together with serving knife and fork
knife length 9.1 in — 23.1 cm
Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

Estimate $75-$150

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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English Silver Plated and Carved Ivory Fish Service, probably George Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, late 19th century
  • English Silver Plated and Carved Ivory Fish Service, probably George Waterhouse & Co., Sheffield, late 19th century
Provenance:

H. Perovetz Ltd. Dealers in Fine Antique Silver, Jewellery, Objets d'Art, London UK, 1980

CONDITION DETAILS

Some cracks in the ivory handles; otherwise in substantially 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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