Lot Details
Lot 291
George III Sterling Silver Inkstand John Roberts & Co., Sheffield, 1813
Rectangular with gadrooned border on four scroll feet, with two pen wells and fitted for two silver mounted glass inkpots flanking a taperstick, engraved with heraldic arms and two crests. Length 9 inches (29.9 cm), total approximately 18 ounces, weighable.
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Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for $1,000 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
Base engraved with heraldic arms and two crests; taperstick engraved with two crests; glass generally good with small fleabites including to one corner
Hallmarks - clearly and fully marked underside of stand; two side rings marked to fitting rings underside; central box with rubbing to marks, but legible; taperstick fully hallmarked; bottle covers apparently unmarked
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Hallmarks - clearly and fully marked underside of stand; two side rings marked to fitting rings underside; central box with rubbing to marks, but legible; taperstick fully hallmarked; bottle covers apparently unmarked
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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