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Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

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LOT 46

Lot 46

George IV Silver-Gilt Oval Inkstand, Joseph Angell I, London, 1825

George IV Silver-Gilt Oval Inkstand, Joseph Angell I, London, 1825
Lot 46 Details
George IV Silver-Gilt Oval Inkstand, Joseph Angell I, London, 1825

with twin cut glass wells flanking a central wafer box with taperstick cover, repoussé and engraved with flowering foliage below armorials and crests, the gadroon rim, handles and feet moulded with leaves and shells
length 15.1" — 38.3 cm.
46.9 oz. — 1460 grams

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $2,706
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Note:

Engraved with Latin inscription to Charles William Stocker, 1829

CONDITION DETAILS

Taperstick cover is a replacement (extinguisher missing); otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked under the base, at the rim of the wafer-box and on the well covers and mounts (taperstick cover by John Watson, Sheffield, 1832 is not gilt)

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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