Silver, Glass, Ceramics, Decorative Art Auction

September 18, 2007

LOT 117

Lot 117

French Silver Mounted Cut Glass Toilet Set, G. Keller, Paris, 20th century

French Silver Mounted Cut Glass Toilet Set, G. Keller, Paris, 20th century
Lot 117 Details
French Silver Mounted Cut Glass Toilet Set, G. Keller, Paris, 20th century

comprising nine pieces together with a leather traveling case fitted with gilt-copper mounted accoutrements

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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French Silver Mounted Cut Glass Toilet Set, G. Keller, Paris, 20th century
  • French Silver Mounted Cut Glass Toilet Set, G. Keller, Paris, 20th century
Provenance:

Private Collection
William Franseen, Amsterdam, 1961
King Farouk of Egypt, c.1953

CONDITION DETAILS

mirror inside case broken; silver mounts marked; some pieces monogrammed; 1 piece of personal grooming kit missing; overall signs of age and use, to the case in particular, but overall good condition; lock broken on case

LOT 117
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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