Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 31

Lot 31

Pair of George III Silver Oval Bellied Sauce Boats, William Skeen, London, 1762

Pair of George III Silver Oval Bellied Sauce Boats, William Skeen, London, 1762
Lot 31 Details
Pair of George III Silver Oval Bellied Sauce Boats, William Skeen, London, 1762

with leaf-capped flying scroll handles and moulded gadroon rims, chased with curved flutes, flower sprigs and scroll and shell cartouches
length 7.9" — 20 cm.
28.3 oz. — 879 grams

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with tree crests; a little minor wear on the raised flowerheads; otherwise substantially in good condition; both well marked under the bellies

LOT 31
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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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