Premier Auction - Session I - February 3, 2023
Fri, Feb 3, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 463
Pair of George III Inlaid Satinwood Knife Boxes
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
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 |
18th century, shaped lids above conforming case, silver plate escutcheon and ring pull handle, line inlay to borders, later blacking, opening to fitted knife interior, gilt squat ball feet, 15-3/8 in.
Provenance: Ruth and Ed Bridgeforth, Winchester, Virginia
Condition
warping and shrinkage, age splits throughout, cutlery inserts removable and not attached, scratching, discoloration to silver plate mounts, wear and rubbing to blackened decoration, possible glue repairs to feet, minor chipping, wear to gilt on feet
