Decorative Arts & Design

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March 06, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 11

Lot 11

Victorian Silver-Gilt Chatelaine, probably Archibald John Douglas, London, 1872

Victorian Silver-Gilt Chatelaine, probably Archibald John Douglas, London, 1872
Lot 11 Details
Victorian Silver-Gilt Chatelaine, probably Archibald John Douglas, London, 1872

overall length 16.3 in — 41.5 cm
9.8 oz. — 306 grams (gross)

Estimate $350-$500

Realised: $687.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Edna Napper Collection, Upton, Oxfordshire

CONDITION DETAILS

Some minor wear, mainly to box; a pencil missing; otherwise in substantially good condition; well marked on the clip and the two sections pendant from the frame, the accoutrements various dates and makers (circular box Samuel Jacob, London, 1895; button hook Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham, 1890; scissors and case Louis Dee, London, 1880; fan note case Thomas Johnson, London, not dated; the rectangular note case apparently only with French import marks); the weight includes some tare in the scissors blades

LOT 11
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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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