Silver, Glass Ceramics

December 03, 2008

LOT 119

Lot 119

American Silver Desk Set, Tiffany & Co., New York, N.Y., 20th century

American Silver Desk Set, Tiffany & Co., New York, N.Y., 20th century
Lot 119 Details
American Silver Desk Set, Tiffany & Co., New York, N.Y., 20th century

comprising seven pieces
stamped numerals 5303

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Comprising letter opener, pen tray, rocker blotter, stamp box, blotting pad (4 corners), calendar, inkwell (pin for cover is missing and glass liner has minor chips); substantially in good condition; good marks, including hatchet marks (possibly by another maker, Kerr & Co. of Newark, N.J. for retail by Tiffany)

LOT 119
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.