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December 11, 2013

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LOT 53

Lot 53

Victorian Silver Large Hot Water Jug, Charles Reily & George Storer, London, 1840

Victorian Silver Large Hot Water Jug, Charles Reily & George Storer, London, 1840
Lot 53 Details
Victorian Silver Large Hot Water Jug, Charles Reily & George Storer, London, 1840

repoussé with flowering foliage and scroll cartouches
height 15.7" — 40 cm.
40.6 oz. — 1264 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $1,968
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with gothic initial G; minor dent at edge of foot; buckled at the spout; small splits in handle seams either side of lower insulator; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked on the neck inside handle (a little worn), inside cover, on the handle , finial and wing-nut; stamped ALSTON & HALLAM / LONDON under the base

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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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