Decorative Arts Auction

June 15, 2015

LOT 11

Lot 11

Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Service, Charles Gordon and Francis David Dexter, London, 1840/41

Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Service, Charles Gordon and Francis David Dexter, London, 1840/41
Lot 11 Details
Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Service, Charles Gordon and Francis David Dexter, London, 1840/41

comprising three pieces, each pyriform body repoussé and chased with figures, pagodas, flowers, leaves and scrollwork, with rustic scroll handles on four mask-headed scroll feet
height 6" — 15.3 cm.
62.1 oz. — 1933 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $3,936
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Service, Charles Gordon and Francis David Dexter, London, 1840/41
  • Victorian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Service, Charles Gordon and Francis David Dexter, London, 1840/41
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Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

CONDITION DETAILS

Erased initials under the base of the teapot and corresponding patches in the cream jug and sugar basin; otherwise substantially in good condition; all well marked under the bases, inside the cover and on the handle; the teapot by Dexter is the later date

LOT 11
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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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