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The Marquess of Crewe's coronet and peers robe 20th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, silver gilt, velvet, wool, miniver, ermine
- Coronet diameter. 25cm, 9 7/8 in
the silver and silver-gilt Marquess’ coronet, maker’s mark F&P Ltd, London, 1936, retailed by Wilkinson & Sons, Jermyn Street, bordered with ermine, the red velvet surmounted by gold bullion, together with peers parliamentary robe, of scarlet wool with a wide miniver collar, applied with three bands of wide gilt and miniver bands, and lined in white silk taffeta,
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Provenance
Robert Crewe-Milnes, 1st Marquess of Crewe (1858-1945).
Condition
Robes are in very good condition overall. Some tarnishing to gilt braid edging, as visible in the photograph. Would benefit from professional clean to remove folds.
"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
The 1st Marquess of Crewe was Lord High Constable of England at the Coronation of King George VI 1937 and the coronet would have been acquired for this role.