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The Hanover Service. A pair of Royal German silver sauceboats, Franz Peter Bunsen, Hanover, 1766
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 23.5cm., 9 1/4 in. long
shaped oval with scrolling undulating rims, the handles and feet realistically modelled as branches, embellished with cast embellished foliate ornament, together with an associated silver Fiddle and Thread pattern sauce ladle, Franz Peter Bunsen, Hanover, 1794, 19cm., 7 1/2 in. long, all pieces engraved with the cypher of George III King of Great Britain and Ireland, Elector and later King of Hanover
Provenance
The Royal House of Hanover, Sotheby's, Hanover, 5-15 October 2005, lot 1183 and 1184
Condition
Fairly clear marks to underside of each. Excellent gauge. Typical surface wear and light pitting. The ladles of similar good gauge. Light casting flaws around handle/bowl junction. Overall good condition.
"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."