AN AMERICAN SILVER OLD BARONIAL PATTERN FLATWARE SET, GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, EARLY 20TH CENTURY |

monogrammed HBD, some pieces parcel-gilt (pg) comprising:12 dinner knives12 dinner forks12 lunch knives12 lunch forks12 fish knives12 fish forks12 butter spreaders12 salad forks (pg)12 cocktail forks12 ice cream forks (pg)24 teaspoons12 soup spoons12 citrus spoons (pg)12 coffee spoons (pg)12 iced tea spoons12 ice cream spoons (pg)3 tablespoons5-piece carving set2 fish servers2 salad servers (pg)1 cold meat fork2 serving forks2 serving spoons1 gravy ladle (pg)1 cream ladle (pg)1 cheese knife1 cheese scoop2 pastry servers, in sizes1 master butter knife1 lemon forks (pg)1 pickle fork1 sugar spoon (pg)1 sugar tongs232 pieces, in fitted wood case

the set in good, lightly-used condition, a few of the pieces with hollow handles with slight dents to tops of handles, but all knife blades tightly affixed; the wood case with some scratches and light wear
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.