Silver, Ceramic, Glass

June 10, 2009

LOT 79

Lot 79

Pair of Continental Silver Comport Bases, probably German, c.1880

Pair of Continental Silver Comport Bases, probably German, c.1880
Lot 79 Details
Pair of Continental Silver Comport Bases, probably German, c.1880

lacking glass bowls
height 11.4" — 29 cm.
34.9 oz. — 1085 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $1,140
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

One requires repair at join of stem and base and cup at top is a little bent; the other is fine; bases marked 12 LOTH only at base rim; one cut glass bowl is present, but substantially damaged and repaired

LOT 79
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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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