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A set of four George III silver-gilt wine bottle coasters, Digby Scott & Benjamin Smith for Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, London, 1804
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver-Gilt, Wood
- 12.3cm., 5in. diameter, 6.9cm., 2 3/4 in. high
finely cast sides of trailing fruiting vines and laurel above swag bands, the bases with engraved with a full achievement of arms, on turned wood bases, inscribed Rundell Bridge et Rundell Aurifices Regis et Principis Walliae Londini Fecerent
Condition
Engraved arms probably later. Marks and retailers mark both rubbed but legible. One missing one berry from rim, another berry has also been repaired and a strengthening patch is visible to one branch of the body. The other three with various small repairs and splits visible to the inside. Probably re-gilded at some point. Would recommend viewing.
"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
Engraved with an unusual variant of the shield, crest and motto of Ball, of Lincoln's Inn, London.