Silver, Glass

June 16, 2010

LOT 263

Lot 263

Victorian Silver Inkstand, Frederick Elkington, London, 1881

Victorian Silver Inkstand, Frederick Elkington, London, 1881
Lot 263 Details
Victorian Silver Inkstand, Frederick Elkington, London, 1881

with two cut glass wells
8.4" x 5.6" — 21.4 x 14.2 cm.
10.4 oz. — 325 grams

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

One or two very minor dents are not significant; chips to glass; good marks under base - maker’s mark overstrikes another and well mounts are by Barnards (same date)

LOT 263
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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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