Gelatin silver print on a mount; the christening set mark of Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., London, 1913; inscribed to Edward Grey; together with a George V Silver Presentation Sugar Bowl, mark of William Hutton & Sons Ltd, Birmingham, 1917; engraved with Widdrington crest and inscribed 'F.N.H.W. from Lieut. Col. the Hon. A.F.W. Harris, 60th Rifles'; together with a Victorian spoon, mark of William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield, probably 1898.
The set comprising:
A bowl
A mug
A three-pronged fork
A spoon
A knife with silver blade and filled handle
Photograph 5 1/4 x 3 3/4 in. (image), 10 1/2 x 7 3/4 in. (frame)., the Christening bowl 2 3/4 x 3 3/4 in., 24.3 oz. approx. weighable.
Condition
Photograph with staining on the mount. Not examined out of frame. The set in a fitted case which does not close. The silver with wear and some abrasions consistent with age and use. The mug with a few minor bruises, the knife blade slightly separated from handle. The presentation bowl in a fitted case which does not close completely. Otherwise, minor wear and in good condition.
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Edward Antony Fitzherbert Widdrington, M.C., (1914-1944) and Francis Newton Heron Widdrington (1920-2008).
Sold Christie's, South Kensington, The Country House Sale - Newton Hall, January 20, 2010, Lot 52.
The Collection of Aso O. Tavitian - New York & Stockbridge.