Lot 286
Four graduated silver plated meat covers, each of oval form with gadrooned border detail to the...
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Lot 286
Four graduated silver plated meat covers, each of oval form with gadrooned border detail to the...
Lot 286
Lot Description
Four graduated silver plated meat covers, each of oval form with gadrooned border detail to the stepped lower section, with floral and foliate scroll handles, the smallest example engraved with a coat of arms to one side and a crest to the other and with a different foliate moulded handle (patched in areas to the larger covers). Length of largest meat cover measures 20 1/4 inches (51.5 cm), length of smallest measures 12 inches (30.5 cm).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
All four meat covers display general surface scratches, marks and wear commensurate with the age and use. All four are heavily tarnished and would benefit from a clean and polish. Various deeper scratches and nicks and surface dints and bumps are visible to all four. The three larger examples all have visible patched in areas indicating the removal of coats of arms and crests. Likely replacement handle to the smallest meat cover.
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