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The Orkin Collection

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LOT 768

Lot 768

French Porcelain Moulded and White Glazed Knife Handle, probably Saint Cloud, c.1740, together with Five Blue Painted Handles, probably Tournai, c.1775

French Porcelain Moulded and White Glazed Knife Handle, probably Saint Cloud, c.1740, together with Five Blue Painted Handles, probably Tournai, c.1775
Lot 768 Details
French Porcelain Moulded and White Glazed Knife Handle, probably Saint Cloud, c.1740, together with Five Blue Painted Handles, probably Tournai, c.1775

the first with steel blade and silver ferrule, the remaining five with plated blades and tines
cracks
largest overall length 11.2 in — 28.5 cm

Estimate $100-$200

Realised: $156
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Estate of Lois Orkin, Toronto 

CONDITION DETAILS

The first with some pitting and discolouration on the steel, but otherwise in substantially good condition; all of the blue painted handles are cracked and/or repaired, and their blades and tines replaced

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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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