Lot 440
- 440
PRUSSIA, ORDER OF THE RED EAGLE, BREAST STAR
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold, enamel
- 80 mm
in silver, with silver, gold and enamel centre, by WN for Morel & Co., 7 Burlington Street, London, circa 1850, the engraved backplate with maker's mark, fitted with gold brooch-pin for suspension
Condition
Minor wear and slight enamel losses, of high quality workmanship.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
After fl🍌eeing Paris in 1848 William Morel established himself briefly in London, becoming noted for the🦂 fine quality of his work. He exhibited at the Great Exhibition in 1851. 'WN' may be William Newberry, based in Greek Street, whose mark was registered in 1835.