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An extensive crested glass service, early 20th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
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some pieces gilded and highlighted in enamels with the Crewe-Milne monogram under a Marquess's coronet, including 110 wine glasses in three sizes, 45 dessert wine glasses, 18 liquor glasses, 13 water tumblers and 63 rinsers, together with a group of plain drinking glasses
Literature
Crewe House, London, Inventory, 1913, p.178, (part) in the Butler's Pantry; 24 Plain finger bowls with gilt rims Coronet & Monogram
Condition
It is recommended that this lot is inspected first hand in the gallery whilst on public view.
The overall condition of this service is very good.
There are only several pieces affected by small chips and short cracks to the rims. There is some scattered minor wear to the gilding on some rims.
"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."