Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 49

Lot 49

George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778

George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
Lot 49 Details
George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778

repoussé and engraved with flowering foliage and scrollwork
height 11.7" — 29.6 cm.
29.5 oz. — 919 grams

Estimate $1,200-$1,600

Realised: $1,968
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
  • George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
  • George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
  • George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
  • George III Irish Silver Coffee Pot, Ambrose Boxwell, Dublin, 1778
Provenance:

Richard G. Meech Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

One or two tiny dents are not significant; repair at join of hinge/cover; otherwise substantially in good condition; marks below rim near handle are imperfectly struck, better marks on the flange of cover

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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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