- 830
A George III silver cup and cover, William Hall, London, 1795
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- marked on base and cover rims
- silver
- height 16 1/2 in.
- 42 cm
with borders of running leaf-and-berry and scrolling grapevine and with panels of scalework alternating with flowerheads, one side applied with accollé arms and the other with presentation inscription, the cover chased with leaf-tips, with bud finial, weighted base
Condition
a few small dings throughout, the cover interior rim dented, finial pushed down slightly on one side, otherwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The inscription reads "To the Revd. Samuel Glasse D.D. from the ELDER BRETHREN of the TRINITY HOUSE In Testimony of Respect and Affection."
The arms are those of Trinity House accollé with those of Glasse. Trinity House is the official lighthouse authority for England, Wales, the Channel Islands, and Gibraltar. It was founded by royal charter in 1514 by Henry VIII. Its headquarters in London were built by Samuel Wyatt in 1796.
The arms are those of Trinity House accollé with those of Glasse. Trinity House is the official lighthouse authority for England, Wales, the Channel Islands, and Gibraltar. It was founded by royal charter in 1514 by Henry VIII. Its headquarters in London were built by Samuel Wyatt in 1796.