Decorative Arts & Design

May 1419, 2022
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LOT 33

Lot 33

George III Silver and Cut Glass Epergne, Matthew Boulton, 1802

George III Silver and Cut Glass Epergne, Matthew Boulton, 1802
Lot 33 Details
George III Silver and Cut Glass Epergne, Matthew Boulton, 1802

one bowl missing
overall height 13.4 in — 34 cm; centre bowl diameter 11 in — 28 cm; overall width 20.5 in — 52 cm
60.8 oz. — 1892 grams

Estimate $2,500-$3,500

Realised: $2,700
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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George III Silver and Cut Glass Epergne, Matthew Boulton, 1802
  • George III Silver and Cut Glass Epergne, Matthew Boulton, 1802
Provenance:

Elizabeth and John Kerr Collection, Waterloo

CONDITION DETAILS

Missing one small cut glass bowl and another has a minor chip; engraved with coronets on the terminus; losses to three leaf-tips at the pilaster tops and repairs to two others; otherwise substantially in good condition; all well marked, except for the finial, which is not marked

LOT 33
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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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