Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 48

Lot 48

Victorian Silver Kettle on Lampstand, George Angell, London, 1857

Victorian Silver Kettle on Lampstand, George Angell, London, 1857
Lot 48 Details
Victorian Silver Kettle on Lampstand, George Angell, London, 1857

chased with diaper and scale panels, flowering foliage, and scroll cartouches, raised on three scroll and shell feet
height 16.5" — 42 cm.
70.6 oz. — 2195 grams

Estimate $1,200-$1,800

Realised: $2,880
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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CONDITION DETAILS

Inscribed on body ‘PRESENTED / TO / MR. AND MRS. THOMSON, / by the Brothers in law of the late / REV’D WILLIAM MCKENZIE OF OLRIG, / as a small token of Gratitude, / for their unwearied kindness to him, / during his last illness, / IN THE FREE MANSE OF WICK. / 1858.’; in good condition; all well marked on kettle, stand, and burner

LOT 48
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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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