Antiquities, Asian, Continental, British and American
Sat, Mar 19, 2016 09:00AM EDT - Mon, Mar 21, 2016 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 708
Old Sheffield Plate Horse Trophy Tray
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
English, early 19th century, shaped rectangular form, heavy floral and acanthus border and handle, plate with engraved scroll and lion decoration, elaborate heraldic device, "VIRTUS SOLA NOBILITAS", marked with twin suns for Matthew Boulton, 29 in., [light scratches, wear and loss to plate]; with photo showing tray being presented in mat with inscription "The Louisiana Handicap $10,000(added)/12-15-1945 - Dis. N1-4-T-1:58.1.T.S." and "South Dakota/J. Dobson.UP/Al. Smitha. Owner. C. C. Heverly trainer.", 10-5/8 x 12-5/8 in., [mat with stains, wear and later pencil inscription "Matthew Boulton,Tea Tray"]
