20th Jan, 2021 10:30
The Silver Auction
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY SILVER BASKET ALONG WITH AN EGG CUP
EARLY 20TH CENTURY SILVER BASKET,
maker S. Blackensee & Sons, Chester marks, the pierced hexagonal basket with central presentation inscription, reeded borders, swing handle, circular foot, 26cm wide, along with a silver egg cup, 519g gross (2)
A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.
Sold for £210
Estimated at £150 - £250
Condition Report
- Basket in fair condition overall. Scratches and some small marks present throughout. One side of handle detaches easily from basket. Circular section towards bottom of basket is misshapen.
- Inscription reads "presented to David Mitchell ESQR, superintendent, Dudhope children's service, along with a watch pendant, by former and present monitors, as a token of esteem on his retiral after 37 years work in the service. 19th October 1910"
- Additional photographs added
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