- 581
A massive gold and hardstone desk seal, French, circa 1870, retailed by R. & S. Garrard, London
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- A massive gold and hardstone desk seal, French, circa 1870, retailed by R. & S. Garrard, London
- GOLD, HARDSTONE
- 11.5 cm., 4 1/2 in. high
the handle formed from a natural outcrop of lapis lazuli and polished, gold collar and cushion decorated with raised acanthus, the oval gold matrix engraved in gothic script: Crewe Hall, marks rubbed, in original leather case stamped for: R. & S. Garrard & Co. / Goldsmiths & Jewellers / to the Crown / 25 Haymarket, London
Condition
Some wear to case both inside and out but the seal itself is in really excellent, pristine condition as if never used.
"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
Much of Crewe Hall was destroyed by fire in 1866. The house was extensively restored by Hungerford Crewe who had asked Edward Blore, the architect who had remodelled the Hall for him in 1837-40, to rebuild it. He refused to come out of retirement so the work was undertaken by E.M. Barry, son of Charles Barry, and completed in 1870.