Select Online Auction of Canadian Art and Decorative Arts

June 1621, 2018
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LOT 8

Lot 8

Canadian Silver Christening Mug, Laurent Amiot, Quebec City, Que., c.1820

Canadian Silver Christening Mug, Laurent Amiot, Quebec City, Que., c.1820
Lot 8 Details
Canadian Silver Christening Mug, Laurent Amiot, Quebec City, Que., c.1820

height 2.6 in — 6.7 cm
4.4 oz. — 138 grams

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $6,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Canadian Silver Christening Mug, Laurent Amiot, Quebec City, Que., c.1820
  • Canadian Silver Christening Mug, Laurent Amiot, Quebec City, Que., c.1820
Provenance:

Family of Théophile Hamel and his wife, Georgina-Mathilde Faribault, by descent

Note:

A christening gift to Matilda, daughter of George-Barthélemy Faribault, who in 1857 married the painter, Théophile Hamel

Inscribed: Matilda G. Faribault, from her affectionate Godfather, Jno. Fraiser, 1st Jan/1832

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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