The Orkin Collection

September 2530, 2021
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LOT 725

Lot 725

Pair of Bow Moulded and White Glazed Pistol Shaped Knife and Fork Handles, c.1755

Pair of Bow Moulded and White Glazed Pistol Shaped Knife and Fork Handles, c.1755
Lot 725 Details
Pair of Bow Moulded and White Glazed Pistol Shaped Knife and Fork Handles, c.1755

with steel blade and tines and silver ferrules
cracks
knife overall length 11.1 in — 28.2 cm

Estimate $100-$200

Realised: $168
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Estate of Lois Orkin, Toronto 
Label with Collection of Lois Ruth Lorie, No. 313

CONDITION DETAILS

A crack to each haft at the ferrule; some pitting and discolouration to the steel blade and tines

LOT 725
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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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